Kenchenahalli

Kenchenahalli is a village located in Bhadravati taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadravati (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Mavinakere is the gram panchayat of Kenchenahalli village.

Kenchenahalli has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kenchenahalli

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenchenahalli is 608627. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577245. Bhadravathi is nearest town to Kenchenahalli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kenchenahalli 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 Bhadravati Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga 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 Kenchenahalli

Below is a concise population overview of Kenchenahalli as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 934 481 453
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 43 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 654 372 282
Illiterate Population 280 109 171

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kenchenahalli village:

  • The total population of Kenchenahalli village is around 934, including approximately 481 males and 453 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Kenchenahalli village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kenchenahalli village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kenchenahalli village is about 70.02%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 62.25%.
  • There are around 241 households in Kenchenahalli village.

Connectivity of Kenchenahalli

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenchenahalli. As per the 2011 stats, Kenchenahalli 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kenchenahalli

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

Navile Basavapura Majjigenahalli Holeneralakere Masarahalli Mavinakere Hallikere Barandooru Bommenahalli Karehalli Kalinganahalli Hadlaghatta

Frequently Asked Questions about Kenchenahalli

Where is Kenchenahalli located?
Kenchenahalli village is situated in Bhadravati Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenchenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenchenahalli is Mavinakere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kenchenahalli?
The pincode of Kenchenahalli is 577245, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kenchenahalli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenchenahalli is 934, with 481 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Kenchenahalli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kenchenahalli village has a total of 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchenahalli as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenchenahalli is 70.02%. The male literacy rate is 77.34%, while the female literacy rate is 62.25%.