Kanagal

Kanagal is a village located in Piriyapatna taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Piriyapatna (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Kanagalu is the gram panchayat of Kanagal village.

Here you can discover what makes Kanagal unique in its vibrant Piriyapatna-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 618093. The village spans a total geographical area of 389.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571187. Kushalnagar is nearest town to Kanagal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km 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 Piriyapatna 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.

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Population of Kanagal

According to the 2011 Census, Kanagal has a total population of about 2,647, with approximately 1,326 males and 1,321 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 453 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 304. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.09%, with male literacy at about 68.93% and female literacy near 53.22%. There are around 645 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,647 1,326 1,321
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 275 135 140
Scheduled Castes (SC) 453 231 222
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 304 151 153
Literate Population 1,617 914 703
Illiterate Population 1,030 412 618

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 village
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 Piriyapatna Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanagal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanagal is Kanagalu (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 2,647, with 1,326 males and 1,321 females.
How many households are there in Kanagal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanagal village has a total of 645 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanagal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanagal is 61.09%. The male literacy rate is 68.93%, while the female literacy rate is 53.22%.