Handikhera
About Handikhera
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Handikhera village is 600261. Handikhera village is located in Homnabad taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Homnabad (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Ghodwadi is the gram panchayat of Handikhera village.
The total geographical area of village is 949.83 hectares. Handikhera has a total population of 2,460 peoples, out of which male population is 1,262 while female population is 1,198. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of handikhera village is 59.72% out of which 68.46% males and 50.50% females are literate. There are about 467 houses in handikhera village. Pincode of handikhera village locality is 585418.
When it comes to administration, Handikhera village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Handikhera village comes under Homnabad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bidar Lok Sabha constituency. Homnabad is nearest town to handikhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Handikhera
The population details of Handikhera cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,460 | 1,262 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 391 | 194 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 410 | 207 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,021 | 517 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 864 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 398 | 593 |
Connectivity of Handikhera
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Handikhera
Where is Handikhera located?
Handikhera village is situated in Homnabad Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handikhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Handikhera is Ghodwadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Handikhera?
The pincode of Handikhera is 585418, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handikhera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handikhera is 2,460, with 1,262 males and 1,198 females.
How many households are there in Handikhera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handikhera village has a total of 467 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handikhera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handikhera is 59.72%. The male literacy rate is 68.46%, while the female literacy rate is 50.50%.