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.
Here you can discover what makes Kakanur unique in its vibrant Channagiri-Davanagere region. You’ll see Kakanur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Kakanur
Population of Kakanur
According to the 2011 Census, Kakanur has a total population of about 2,143, with approximately 1,084 males and 1,059 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 287 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 386. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.74%, with male literacy at about 75.92% and female literacy near 65.44%. There are around 494 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kakanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.