Kenchanahalli - Alur, Hassan
Kenchanahalli is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Byarapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenchanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenchanahalli is 616388. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.67 hectares and falls under the 573218 pincode. Alur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kenchanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenchanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kenchanahalli village had a total population of 210 people, including 107 males and 103 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.39%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 58.51%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 77 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 30 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kenchanahalli
Kenchanahalli 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 Kenchanahalli
Kenchanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kenchanahalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alur to Kenchanahalli is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kenchanahalli is about 20 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 Kenchanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenchanahalli 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 Kenchanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenchanahalli 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kenchanahalli
Where is Kenchanahalli located?
Kenchanahalli village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kenchanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenchanahalli is Byarapura.
What is the pincode of Kenchanahalli?
The pincode of Kenchanahalli is 573218.
What is the population of Kenchanahalli?
Kenchanahalli had a total population of 210, including 107 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kenchanahalli?
Kenchanahalli had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenchanahalli was 68.39%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 58.51%.