Kenchanahalli - Arsikere, Hassan
Kenchanahalli is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kachighatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenchanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenchanahalli is 615546. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.54 hectares and falls under the 573112 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kenchanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arsikere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenchanahalli
As per Census 2011, Kenchanahalli village has a total population of 663 people, consisting of 329 males and 334 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenchanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 329 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 168 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 487 | 252 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 77 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Kenchanahalli
Kenchanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmasettihalli | East | 2.20 km |
| Bettadapura | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Arakere | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Byrapura | West | 2.49 km |
| Bommenahalli | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Medarahalli | North | 2.65 km |
| Upparkalenahalli | South | 2.93 km |
| Mayagondanahalli | North | 2.95 km |
| Korenahalli | North | 3.18 km |
| Hiriyur | East | 3.45 km |
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 Banavar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Kenchanahalli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kenchanahalli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kenchanahalli
Where is Kenchanahalli located?
Kenchanahalli village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenchanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenchanahalli is Kachighatta.
What is the pincode of Kenchanahalli?
The pincode of Kenchanahalli is 573112.
What is the population of Kenchanahalli?
Kenchanahalli has a total population of 663, including 329 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Kenchanahalli?
There are 146 households in Kenchanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenchanahalli is 73.45%. Male literacy is 76.60% and female literacy is 70.36%.