Hudgi - Homnabad, Bidar
Hudgi is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Hudgi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hudgi is 600297. The village covers a total geographical area of 2577.9 hectares and falls under the 585329 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Hudgi 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 Hudgi
As per Census 2011, Hudgi village has a total population of 9,528 people, consisting of 4,715 males and 4,813 females. The village has 1,765 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,810 literate and 3,718 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,057 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hudgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,528 | 4,715 | 4,813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,249 | 659 | 590 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,362 | 1,177 | 1,185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,057 | 523 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 5,810 | 3,192 | 2,618 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,718 | 1,523 | 2,195 |
Nearby Villages of Hudgi
Hudgi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandagaon | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Kappargaon | East | 2.95 km |
| Humnabad (rural) | West | 3.22 km |
| Sindankera | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Madargaon | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Hippargaon | East | 4.83 km |
| Malkapur | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Jalasangi | North | 5.69 km |
| Wadankera | East | 6.07 km |
| Dhumansoor | North-West | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hudgi
Hudgi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Halbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Hudgi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Hudgi is about 49 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 Hudgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hudgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hudgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hudgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hudgi
Where is Hudgi located?
Hudgi village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hudgi?
Hudgi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hudgi?
The pincode of Hudgi is 585329.
What is the population of Hudgi?
Hudgi has a total population of 9,528, including 4,715 males and 4,813 females.
How many households are there in Hudgi?
There are 1,765 households in Hudgi.
What is the literacy rate in Hudgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hudgi is 60.98%. Male literacy is 67.70% and female literacy is 54.39%.