Kengalahalli - Honnali, Davanagere
Kengalahalli is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Mukthenhalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kengalahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kengalahalli is 606807. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.27 hectares and falls under the 577219 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kengalahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kengalahalli
As per Census 2011, Kengalahalli village has a total population of 1,688 people, consisting of 870 males and 818 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,243 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kengalahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,688 | 870 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,243 | 698 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 172 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Kengalahalli
Kengalahalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmenahalli | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Mukthenahalli | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Yarachikkanahalli | West | 2.25 km |
| Bannikodu | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Kulambi | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Kathalgere | South | 3.45 km |
| Sanklipura | North | 3.85 km |
| Jadaganahalli | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Nagarasanahalli | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Mallanaikanahalli | North | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kengalahalli
Kengalahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tolahunse, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 km.
| 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 Kengalahalli is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kengalahalli is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kengalahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kengalahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kengalahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kengalahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kengalahalli
Where is Kengalahalli located?
Kengalahalli village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kengalahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kengalahalli is Mukthenhalli.
What is the pincode of Kengalahalli?
The pincode of Kengalahalli is 577219.
What is the population of Kengalahalli?
Kengalahalli has a total population of 1,688, including 870 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Kengalahalli?
There are 366 households in Kengalahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kengalahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kengalahalli is 73.64%. Male literacy is 80.23% and female literacy is 66.63%.