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.
Here you can discover what makes Kenkere unique in its vibrant Arsikere-Hassan region. You’ll see Kenkere’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kenkere has a total population of about 4,435, with approximately 2,226 males and 2,209 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 434 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 155 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 100. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.32%, with male literacy at about 77.09% and female literacy near 59.48%. There are around 1,133 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kenkere's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.