Kenkere - Arsikere, Hassan
Kenkere is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kenkere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenkere is 615840. The village covers a total geographical area of 1151.94 hectares and falls under the 573119 pincode. Tiptur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kenkere 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 Kenkere
As per Census 2011, Kenkere village has a total population of 4,435 people, consisting of 2,226 males and 2,209 females. The village has 1,133 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,030 literate and 1,405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenkere are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kenkere
Kenkere 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 Kenkere
Public transport in the Kenkere is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tiptur to Kenkere is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kenkere is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenkere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenkere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kenkere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenkere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kenkere
Where is Kenkere located?
Kenkere village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenkere?
Kenkere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kenkere?
The pincode of Kenkere is 573119.
What is the population of Kenkere?
Kenkere has a total population of 4,435, including 2,226 males and 2,209 females.
How many households are there in Kenkere?
There are 1,133 households in Kenkere.
What is the literacy rate in Kenkere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenkere is 68.32%. Male literacy is 77.09% and female literacy is 59.48%.