Kenchanoor
Kenchanoor is a village located in Kundapura taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kundapura (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Hattiangadi is the gram panchayat of Kenchanoor village.
Here you can discover what makes Kenchanoor unique in its vibrant Kundapura-Udupi region. You’ll see Kenchanoor’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 Kenchanoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenchanoor is 608702. The village spans a total geographical area of 496.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576283. Kundapur is nearest town to Kenchanoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kenchanoor
Population of Kenchanoor
According to the 2011 Census, Kenchanoor has a total population of about 1,324, with approximately 590 males and 734 females. The sex ratio is around 1244 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.69%, with male literacy at about 73.39% and female literacy near 61.31%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kenchanoor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,324 | 590 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 63 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 433 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 157 | 284 |
Connectivity of Kenchanoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenchanoor. As per the 2011 stats, Kenchanoor 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kenchanoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kenchanoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kenchanoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kenchanoor
- Where is Kenchanoor located?
- Kenchanoor village is situated in Kundapura Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kenchanoor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kenchanoor is Hattiangadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kenchanoor?
- The pincode of Kenchanoor is 576283, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kenchanoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenchanoor is 1,324, with 590 males and 734 females.
- How many households are there in Kenchanoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kenchanoor village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kenchanoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenchanoor is 66.69%. The male literacy rate is 73.39%, while the female literacy rate is 61.31%.