Kanagal
Kanagal is a village located in Hunsur taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Hunsur (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Karanakuppe is the gram panchayat of Kanagal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanagal unique in its vibrant Hunsur-Mysore region. You’ll see Kanagal’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 Kanagal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanagal is 618337. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571187. Piriyapatna is nearest town to Kanagal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanagal 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 Hunsur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanagal
Population of Kanagal
According to the 2011 Census, Kanagal has a total population of about 1,129, with approximately 578 males and 551 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 458. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.31%, with male literacy at about 61.94% and female literacy near 38.11%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanagal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,129 | 578 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 231 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 358 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 220 | 341 |
Connectivity of Kanagal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanagal. As per the 2011 stats, Kanagal 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 Kanagal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanagal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanagal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanagal
- Where is Kanagal located?
- Kanagal village is situated in Hunsur Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanagal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanagal is Karanakuppe (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanagal?
- The pincode of Kanagal is 571187, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanagal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanagal is 1,129, with 578 males and 551 females.
- How many households are there in Kanagal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanagal village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanagal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanagal is 50.31%. The male literacy rate is 61.94%, while the female literacy rate is 38.11%.