Kengapur
Kengapur is a village located in Shiggaon taluka of Haveri district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shiggaon (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Haveri. As per 2009 stats, Bannur is the gram panchayat of Kengapur village.
Kengapur has its own place in the vibrant Haveri 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 Kengapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kengapur is 603925. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581205. Shiggaon is nearest town to Kengapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kengapur
Population of Kengapur
Below is a concise population overview of Kengapur 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 | 1,210 | 618 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 74 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 426 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 192 | 277 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kengapur village:
- The total population of Kengapur village is around 1,210, including approximately 618 males and 592 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Kengapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kengapur village has 73 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 208 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kengapur village is about 61.24%, with male literacy at 68.93% and female literacy at 53.21%.
- There are around 259 households in Kengapur village.
Connectivity of Kengapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kengapur. As per the 2011 stats, Kengapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kengapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kengapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kengapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kengapur
- Where is Kengapur located?
- Kengapur village is situated in Shiggaon Taluka, within the Haveri district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kengapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kengapur is Bannur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kengapur?
- The pincode of Kengapur is 581205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kengapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kengapur is 1,210, with 618 males and 592 females.
- How many households are there in Kengapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kengapur village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kengapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kengapur is 61.24%. The male literacy rate is 68.93%, while the female literacy rate is 53.21%.