Handur
Handur is a village located in Khanapur taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Khanapur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Kherawad is the gram panchayat of Handur village.
Here you can discover what makes Handur unique in its vibrant Khanapur-Belgaum region. You’ll see Handur’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 Handur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handur is 597998. The village spans a total geographical area of 586.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591106. Khanapur is nearest town to Handur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Handur
Population of Handur
According to the 2011 Census, Handur has a total population of about 1,716, with approximately 882 males and 834 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 318 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 123. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.80%, with male literacy at about 68.37% and female literacy near 61.03%. There are around 394 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,716 | 882 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 134 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 160 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,112 | 603 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 279 | 325 |
Connectivity of Handur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handur. As per the 2011 stats, Handur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handur
Knowing the nearby villages of Handur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handur
- Where is Handur located?
- Handur village is situated in Khanapur Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handur is Kherawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Handur?
- The pincode of Handur is 591106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handur is 1,716, with 882 males and 834 females.
- How many households are there in Handur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handur village has a total of 394 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handur is 64.80%. The male literacy rate is 68.37%, while the female literacy rate is 61.03%.