Handigund
Handigund is a village located in Raybag taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Raibag (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Handigund village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Handigund unique in its vibrant Raybag-Belgaum region. You’ll see Handigund’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 Handigund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handigund is 597412. The village spans a total geographical area of 1885.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591312. Mahalingpur is nearest town to Handigund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Handigund
Population of Handigund
According to the 2011 Census, Handigund has a total population of about 8,617, with approximately 4,370 males and 4,247 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,322 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,494 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.73%, with male literacy at about 63.00% and female literacy near 48.25%. There are around 1,545 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handigund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,802 | 2,753 | 2,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,815 | 1,617 | 2,198 |
Connectivity of Handigund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handigund. As per the 2011 stats, Handigund 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 Handigund
Knowing the nearby villages of Handigund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handigund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handigund
- Where is Handigund located?
- Handigund village is situated in Raybag Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handigund?
- Handigund serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Handigund?
- The pincode of Handigund is 591312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handigund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handigund is 8,617, with 4,370 males and 4,247 females.
- How many households are there in Handigund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handigund village has a total of 1,545 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handigund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handigund is 55.73%. The male literacy rate is 63.00%, while the female literacy rate is 48.25%.