Hanchinal - Hukkeri, Belagavi
Hanchinal is a village situated in the Hukkeri taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Hukkeri and around 35 km from Belgaum. Hanchinal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanchinal is 597580. The village covers a total geographical area of 782.11 hectares and falls under the 591243 pincode. Sankeshwar is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Yemkanmardi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanchinal
As per Census 2011, Hanchinal village has a total population of 2,207 people, consisting of 1,092 males and 1,115 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,329 literate and 878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 574 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanchinal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,207 | 1,092 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 138 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 208 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 574 | 283 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 1,329 | 765 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 327 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Hanchinal
Hanchinal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hanchinal
Hanchinal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sankeshwar to Hanchinal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Hanchinal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hanchinal
Where is Hanchinal located?
Hanchinal village is located in Hukkeri Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanchinal?
Hanchinal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hanchinal?
The pincode of Hanchinal is 591243.
What is the population of Hanchinal?
Hanchinal has a total population of 2,207, including 1,092 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Hanchinal?
There are 495 households in Hanchinal.
What is the literacy rate in Hanchinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanchinal is 60.22%. Male literacy is 70.05% and female literacy is 50.58%.