Kenchanala
About Kenchanala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kenchanala village is 607948. Kenchanala village is located in Hosanagara taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Hosanagara (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Kenchanala village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 371.73 hectares. Kenchanala has a total population of 1,125 peoples, out of which male population is 563 while female population is 562. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 998 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kenchanala village is 79.02% out of which 82.77% males and 75.27% females are literate. There are about 276 houses in kenchanala village. Pincode of kenchanala village locality is 577426.
When it comes to administration, Kenchanala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kenchanala village comes under Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency. Hosanagara is nearest town to kenchanala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Kenchanala
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,125 | 563 | 562 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 466 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 97 | 139 |
Connectivity of Kenchanala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kenchanala
Where is Kenchanala located?
Kenchanala village is situated in Hosanagara Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenchanala?
Kenchanala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kenchanala?
The pincode of Kenchanala is 577426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kenchanala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenchanala is 1,125, with 563 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Kenchanala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kenchanala village has a total of 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchanala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenchanala is 79.02%. The male literacy rate is 82.77%, while the female literacy rate is 75.27%.