Handikhera - Homnabad, Bidar
Handikhera is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Ghodwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handikhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handikhera is 600261. The village covers a total geographical area of 949.83 hectares and falls under the 585418 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Handikhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handikhera
As per Census 2011, Handikhera village has a total population of 2,460 people, consisting of 1,262 males and 1,198 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,469 literate and 991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,021 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handikhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,460 | 1,262 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 194 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 207 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,021 | 517 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 864 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 398 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Handikhera
Handikhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandanahalli | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Hunsnal | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Othagi | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Kumarchincholi | North | 3.63 km |
| Sonkhera | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Sultanabad | East | 4.60 km |
| Sedol | South | 4.98 km |
| Warwatti (k) | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Ghodwadi | North-West | 5.66 km |
| Yenkura | North-East | 6.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handikhera
Handikhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalki, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Handikhera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Handikhera is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handikhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handikhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Handikhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handikhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handikhera
Where is Handikhera located?
Handikhera village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handikhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Handikhera is Ghodwadi.
What is the pincode of Handikhera?
The pincode of Handikhera is 585418.
What is the population of Handikhera?
Handikhera has a total population of 2,460, including 1,262 males and 1,198 females.
How many households are there in Handikhera?
There are 467 households in Handikhera.
What is the literacy rate in Handikhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handikhera is 59.72%. Male literacy is 68.46% and female literacy is 50.50%.