Kenkere
Kenkere is a village located in Arsikere taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Arsikere (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Kenkere village is also a gram panchayat.
Kenkere has its own place in the vibrant Hassan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kenkere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenkere is 615840. The village spans a total geographical area of 1151.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573217. Tiptur is nearest town to Kenkere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kenkere 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 Arsikere Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kenkere
Population of Kenkere
Below is a concise population overview of Kenkere as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,435 | 2,226 | 2,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 231 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 3,030 | 1,716 | 1,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,405 | 510 | 895 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kenkere village:
- The total population of Kenkere village is around 4,435, including approximately 2,226 males and 2,209 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 434 children aged 0–6 years in Kenkere village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kenkere village has 155 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 100 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kenkere village is about 68.32%, with male literacy at 77.09% and female literacy at 59.48%.
- There are around 1,133 households in Kenkere village.
Connectivity of Kenkere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenkere. As per the 2011 stats, Kenkere had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kenkere
Knowing the nearby villages of Kenkere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kenkere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kenkere
- Where is Kenkere located?
- Kenkere village is situated in Arsikere Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kenkere?
- Kenkere serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kenkere?
- The pincode of Kenkere is 573217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kenkere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenkere is 4,435, with 2,226 males and 2,209 females.
- How many households are there in Kenkere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kenkere village has a total of 1,133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kenkere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenkere is 68.32%. The male literacy rate is 77.09%, while the female literacy rate is 59.48%.