Handigud

Handigud is a village located in Hukeri taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hukkeri (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Ammangi is the gram panchayat of Handigud village.

Handigud has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum 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 Handigud

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handigud is 597566. The village spans a total geographical area of 433.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591340. Sankeshwar is nearest town to Handigud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Handigud

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 842 442 400
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 54 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) 145 73 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 520 316 204
Illiterate Population 322 126 196

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

  • The total population of Handigud village is around 842, including approximately 442 males and 400 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Handigud village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handigud village has 145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Handigud village is about 61.76%, with male literacy at 71.49% and female literacy at 51.00%.
  • There are around 205 households in Handigud village.

Connectivity of Handigud

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

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

Nearby Villages of Handigud

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

Alur Akkiwat Kesti Borgal Amminbhavi Ammanagi Nidasoshi Ankale Sankeshwar Kamatanur Nerli

Frequently Asked Questions about Handigud

Where is Handigud located?
Handigud village is situated in Hukeri Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handigud?
The Gram Panchayat of Handigud is Ammangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Handigud?
The pincode of Handigud is 591340, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handigud as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handigud is 842, with 442 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Handigud as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handigud village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handigud as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handigud is 61.76%. The male literacy rate is 71.49%, while the female literacy rate is 51.00%.