Kakanur
Kakanur is a village located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Kakanur village is also a gram panchayat.
Kakanur has its own place in the vibrant Davanagere region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kakanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakanur is 606968. The village spans a total geographical area of 892.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577552. Channagiri is nearest town to Kakanur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kakanur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Kakanur
Below is a concise population overview of Kakanur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,143 | 1,084 | 1,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 142 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 191 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 1,516 | 823 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 261 | 366 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kakanur village:
- The total population of Kakanur village is around 2,143, including approximately 1,084 males and 1,059 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Kakanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kakanur village has 287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 386 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kakanur village is about 70.74%, with male literacy at 75.92% and female literacy at 65.44%.
- There are around 494 households in Kakanur village.
Connectivity of Kakanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakanur. As per the 2011 stats, Kakanur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kakanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kakanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kakanur
- Where is Kakanur located?
- Kakanur village is situated in Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kakanur?
- Kakanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kakanur?
- The pincode of Kakanur is 577552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kakanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakanur is 2,143, with 1,084 males and 1,059 females.
- How many households are there in Kakanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kakanur village has a total of 494 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kakanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakanur is 70.74%. The male literacy rate is 75.92%, while the female literacy rate is 65.44%.