Kenchanahalli - Pandavapura, Mandya
Kenchanahalli is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Halebeedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenchanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenchanahalli is 614159. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.67 hectares and falls under the 571434 pincode. Pandavapura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kenchanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melukote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenchanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kenchanahalli village had a total population of 681 people, including 360 males and 321 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.35%, with male literacy at 66.37% and female literacy at 47.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 360 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 221 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 139 | 179 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Desavahalli | North | 0.88 km |
| Vaddarahalli | South | 1.47 km |
| Chandre | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Pattanagere | North | 1.74 km |
| Sankanahalli | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Kurubaramallenahalli | West | 2.10 km |
| Chikkaboganahalli | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Bijjanahalli | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Rangana Koppal | East | 3.07 km |
| Dodda Bhoganahalli | North-West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kenchanahalli
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kenchanahalli. The nearest railway station is Pandavapura, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandavapura to Kenchanahalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Kenchanahalli is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kenchanahalli
Where is Kenchanahalli located?
Kenchanahalli village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kenchanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenchanahalli is Halebeedu.
What is the pincode of Kenchanahalli?
The pincode of Kenchanahalli is 571434.
What is the population of Kenchanahalli?
Kenchanahalli had a total population of 681, including 360 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Kenchanahalli?
Kenchanahalli had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenchanahalli was 57.35%. Male literacy was 66.37% and female literacy was 47.33%.