Kenchanahalli - Saligrama, Mysuru
Kenchanahalli is a village situated in the Saligrama taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Krishnarajanagara and around 74 km from Mysore. Munjanahally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenchanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenchanahalli is 618541. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.95 hectares and falls under the 571604 pincode. K.r.nagara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kenchanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnarajanagara 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 942 people, including 488 males and 454 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.44%, with male literacy at 42.50% and female literacy at 25.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 942 | 488 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 170 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 318 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Kenchanahalli
Kenchanahalli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kenchanahalli
Kenchanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kenchanahalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from K.r.nagara to Kenchanahalli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Kenchanahalli is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kenchanahalli
Where is Kenchanahalli located?
Kenchanahalli village is located in Saligrama Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenchanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenchanahalli is Munjanahally.
What is the pincode of Kenchanahalli?
The pincode of Kenchanahalli is 571604.
What is the population of Kenchanahalli?
Kenchanahalli had a total population of 942, including 488 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Kenchanahalli?
Kenchanahalli had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenchanahalli was 34.44%. Male literacy was 42.50% and female literacy was 25.98%.