Hanchinal - Jamkhandi, Bagalkote
Hanchinal is a village situated in the Jamkhandi taluka of Bagalkote district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 1 km from Jamkhandi and around 88 km from Bagalkot. Kadapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanchinal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanchinal is 598430. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.82 hectares and falls under the 587119 pincode. Jamkhandi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Hanchinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamkhandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanchinal
As per Census 2011, Hanchinal village has a total population of 1,214 people, consisting of 594 males and 620 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 724 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanchinal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 594 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 102 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 392 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 202 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Hanchinal
Hanchinal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurniwadi | North-East | 2.45 km |
| U Khanapur | West | 2.62 km |
| Yemakanmardi | South | 2.79 km |
| Jinaral | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Thanahattargi | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Chikalgud | North | 3.77 km |
| Kurni | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Badkundri | East | 4.91 km |
| Chandankud | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Dadabanahatti | South | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanchinal
Public transport in the Hanchinal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pachhapur, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamkhandi to Hanchinal is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bagalkot to Hanchinal is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanchinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanchinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hanchinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanchinal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hanchinal
Where is Hanchinal located?
Hanchinal village is located in Jamkhandi Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanchinal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanchinal is Kadapatti.
What is the pincode of Hanchinal?
The pincode of Hanchinal is 587119.
What is the population of Hanchinal?
Hanchinal has a total population of 1,214, including 594 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Hanchinal?
There are 267 households in Hanchinal.
What is the literacy rate in Hanchinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanchinal is 59.64%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 53.55%.