Kanchanahalli - Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Kanchanahalli is a village situated in the Yellapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yellapur and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Kirwatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanahalli is 602948. The village covers a total geographical area of 7463.45 hectares and falls under the 581412 pincode. Yellapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kanchanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yellapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchanahalli
As per Census 2011, Kanchanahalli village has a total population of 2,197 people, consisting of 1,081 males and 1,116 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 862 literate and 1,335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,197 | 1,081 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 214 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 495 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,335 | 586 | 749 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanahalli
Kanchanahalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kiravatti | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Bhagawati | North-West | 6.79 km |
| Kandli | North-East | 6.85 km |
| Bogur | North | 7.45 km |
| Kolikeri | South | 7.83 km |
| Addigera | North-West | 7.84 km |
| Bhimanalli | North | 8.60 km |
| Dimbavalli | North-East | 8.81 km |
| Kannigeri | South-West | 8.95 km |
| Hosalli | South-East | 9.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchanahalli
Kanchanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhistenhatti, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yellapur to Kanchanahalli is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Kanchanahalli is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanahalli
Where is Kanchanahalli located?
Kanchanahalli village is located in Yellapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchanahalli is Kirwatti.
What is the pincode of Kanchanahalli?
The pincode of Kanchanahalli is 581412.
What is the population of Kanchanahalli?
Kanchanahalli has a total population of 2,197, including 1,081 males and 1,116 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanahalli?
There are 418 households in Kanchanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanahalli is 39.24%. Male literacy is 45.79% and female literacy is 32.89%.