Kenkara

Kenkara is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Arjungaon is the gram panchayat of Kenkara village.

Kenkara has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur 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 Kenkara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenkara is 490859. The village spans a total geographical area of 456.61 hectares. Gadarwara is nearest town to Kenkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kenkara 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 Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad 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 Kenkara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 654 338 316
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 33 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 305 165 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 67 29 38
Literate Population 344 208 136
Illiterate Population 310 130 180

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

  • The total population of Kenkara village is around 654, including approximately 338 males and 316 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Kenkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kenkara village has 305 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 67 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kenkara village is about 52.60%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 43.04%.
  • There are around 145 households in Kenkara village.

Connectivity of Kenkara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenkara. As per the 2011 stats, Kenkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kenkara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kenkara

Where is Kenkara located?
Kenkara village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenkara is Arjungaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kenkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenkara is 654, with 338 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Kenkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kenkara village has a total of 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenkara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenkara is 52.60%. The male literacy rate is 61.54%, while the female literacy rate is 43.04%.