Hangni Kot
Hangni Kot is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Hanganikoote is the gram panchayat of Hangni Kot village.
Here you can discover what makes Hangni Kot unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Hangni Kot’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 Hangni Kot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hangni Kot is 000248. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.3 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Hangni Kot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Hangni Kot
Population of Hangni Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Hangni Kot has a total population of about 1,287, with approximately 600 males and 687 females. The sex ratio is around 1145 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 424 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,286. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.29%, with male literacy at about 42.17% and female literacy near 18.05%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hangni Kot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,287 | 600 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 193 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,286 | 600 | 686 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 253 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 347 | 563 |
Connectivity of Hangni Kot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hangni Kot. As per the 2011 stats, Hangni Kot 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hangni Kot
Knowing the nearby villages of Hangni Kot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hangni Kot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hangni Kot
- Where is Hangni Kot located?
- Hangni Kot village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hangni Kot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hangni Kot is Hanganikoote (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Hangni Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hangni Kot is 1,287, with 600 males and 687 females.
- How many households are there in Hangni Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hangni Kot village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hangni Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hangni Kot is 29.29%. The male literacy rate is 42.17%, while the female literacy rate is 18.05%.