Kengapura - Channagiri, Davanagere
Kengapura is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kanivebilachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kengapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kengapura is 606913. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.25 hectares and falls under the 577231 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kengapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mayakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kengapura
As per Census 2011, Kengapura village has a total population of 1,054 people, consisting of 503 males and 551 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 601 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kengapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 503 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 55 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 248 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 135 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 330 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 173 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Kengapura
Kengapura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kengapura
Kengapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Kengapura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kengapura is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kengapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kengapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kengapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kengapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kengapura
Where is Kengapura located?
Kengapura village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kengapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kengapura is Kanivebilachi.
What is the pincode of Kengapura?
The pincode of Kengapura is 577231.
What is the population of Kengapura?
Kengapura has a total population of 1,054, including 503 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Kengapura?
There are 206 households in Kengapura.
What is the literacy rate in Kengapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kengapura is 57.02%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 49.18%.