Handigund - Raybag, Belagavi
Handigund is a village situated in the Raybag taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 45 km from Raibag and around 100 km from Belgaum. Handigund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handigund is 597412. The village covers a total geographical area of 1885.94 hectares and falls under the 591235 pincode. Mahalingpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Handigund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handigund
As per Census 2011, Handigund village has a total population of 8,617 people, consisting of 4,370 males and 4,247 females. The village has 1,545 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,802 literate and 3,815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,494 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handigund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,617 | 4,370 | 4,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,322 | 675 | 647 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,494 | 718 | 776 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,802 | 2,753 | 2,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,815 | 1,617 | 2,198 |
Nearby Villages of Handigund
Handigund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpur | West | 2.99 km |
| Bisanal | South | 3.40 km |
| Kesrakoppa | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Golbhavi | North | 3.89 km |
| Saidapur | South | 4.44 km |
| Yaragatti | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Kappalguddi | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Kaltippi | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Budni(p.d) | South-East | 5.51 km |
| Palbhavi | North-West | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handigund
Handigund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raybag, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahalingpur to Handigund is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Handigund is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handigund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handigund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Handigund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handigund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Handigund
Where is Handigund located?
Handigund village is located in Raybag Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handigund?
Handigund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Handigund?
The pincode of Handigund is 591235.
What is the population of Handigund?
Handigund has a total population of 8,617, including 4,370 males and 4,247 females.
How many households are there in Handigund?
There are 1,545 households in Handigund.
What is the literacy rate in Handigund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handigund is 55.73%. Male literacy is 63.00% and female literacy is 48.25%.