Kenchanahalli
Kenchanahalli is a village located in Heggadadevankote taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Heggadadevankote (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Bidarahalli is the gram panchayat of Kenchanahalli village.
Here you can discover what makes Kenchanahalli unique in its vibrant Heggadadevankote-Mysore region. You’ll see Kenchanahalli’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 Kenchanahalli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenchanahalli is 619048. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571116. Saragur is nearest town to Kenchanahalli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kenchanahalli 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 Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kenchanahalli
Population of Kenchanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kenchanahalli has a total population of about 1,404, with approximately 661 males and 743 females. The sex ratio is around 1124 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 932 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 64. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.42%, with male literacy at about 56.73% and female literacy near 46.70%. There are around 326 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kenchanahalli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,404 | 661 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 932 | 452 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 17 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 375 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 286 | 396 |
Connectivity of Kenchanahalli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenchanahalli. As per the 2011 stats, Kenchanahalli 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kenchanahalli
Knowing the nearby villages of Kenchanahalli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kenchanahalli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kenchanahalli
- Where is Kenchanahalli located?
- Kenchanahalli village is situated in Heggadadevankote Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kenchanahalli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kenchanahalli is Bidarahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kenchanahalli?
- The pincode of Kenchanahalli is 571116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kenchanahalli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenchanahalli is 1,404, with 661 males and 743 females.
- How many households are there in Kenchanahalli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kenchanahalli village has a total of 326 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kenchanahalli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenchanahalli is 51.42%. The male literacy rate is 56.73%, while the female literacy rate is 46.70%.