Kengal

Kengal is a village located in Sindhnur taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sindhnur (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Dhadesugur is the gram panchayat of Kengal village.

Here you can discover what makes Kengal unique in its vibrant Sindhnur-Raichur region. You’ll see Kengal’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 Kengal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kengal is 601212. The village spans a total geographical area of 602.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584167. Siruguppa is nearest town to Kengal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kengal 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 Sindhanur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Kengal

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Population of Kengal

According to the 2011 Census, Kengal has a total population of about 1,743, with approximately 874 males and 869 females. The sex ratio is around 994 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 424 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.55%, with male literacy at about 52.40% and female literacy near 34.64%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kengal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,743 874 869
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 275 142 133
Scheduled Castes (SC) 424 218 206
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 10 8
Literate Population 759 458 301
Illiterate Population 984 416 568

Connectivity of Kengal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kengal. As per the 2011 stats, Kengal 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 Kengal

Knowing the nearby villages of Kengal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kengal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kengal

Where is Kengal located?
Kengal village is situated in Sindhnur Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kengal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kengal is Dhadesugur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kengal?
The pincode of Kengal is 584167, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kengal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kengal is 1,743, with 874 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Kengal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kengal village has a total of 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kengal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kengal is 43.55%. The male literacy rate is 52.40%, while the female literacy rate is 34.64%.