Kengatti
Kengatti is a village located in Shikarpur taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shikarpur (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Muddanahalli is the gram panchayat of Kengatti village.
Kengatti 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 Kengatti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kengatti is 607802. The village spans a total geographical area of 384.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577427. Shikarpur is nearest town to Kengatti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kengatti
Population of Kengatti
Below is a concise population overview of Kengatti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 608 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 84 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 163 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 407 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 201 | 323 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kengatti village:
- The total population of Kengatti village is around 1,232, including approximately 608 males and 624 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Kengatti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kengatti village has 336 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kengatti village is about 57.47%, with male literacy at 66.94% and female literacy at 48.24%.
- There are around 270 households in Kengatti village.
Connectivity of Kengatti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kengatti. As per the 2011 stats, Kengatti 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kengatti
Knowing the nearby villages of Kengatti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kengatti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kengatti
- Where is Kengatti located?
- Kengatti village is situated in Shikarpur Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kengatti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kengatti is Muddanahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kengatti?
- The pincode of Kengatti is 577427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kengatti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kengatti is 1,232, with 608 males and 624 females.
- How many households are there in Kengatti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kengatti village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kengatti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kengatti is 57.47%. The male literacy rate is 66.94%, while the female literacy rate is 48.24%.