Sindankera - Homnabad, Bidar
Sindankera 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Sindankerea serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindankera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindankera is 600306. The village covers a total geographical area of 2357.4 hectares and falls under the 585330 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sindankera 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 Sindankera
As per Census 2011, Sindankera village has a total population of 4,873 people, consisting of 2,504 males and 2,369 females. The village has 894 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 687 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,609 literate and 2,264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 976 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindankera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,873 | 2,504 | 2,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 687 | 347 | 340 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,181 | 612 | 569 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 976 | 507 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 2,609 | 1,498 | 1,111 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,264 | 1,006 | 1,258 |
Nearby Villages of Sindankera
Sindankera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hankuni | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Humnabad (rural) | North | 3.85 km |
| Hudgi | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Walkhandi | South | 5.29 km |
| Itga | South | 5.32 km |
| Kappargaon | North-East | 6.11 km |
| Borampalli | South-West | 6.17 km |
| Baskernagar | South-East | 6.65 km |
| Nandagaon | North-East | 7.30 km |
| Hippargaon | North-East | 7.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sindankera
Sindankera 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 101.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sindankera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Sindankera is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindankera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindankera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sindankera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindankera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sindankera
Where is Sindankera located?
Sindankera village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindankera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindankera is Sindankerea.
What is the pincode of Sindankera?
The pincode of Sindankera is 585330.
What is the population of Sindankera?
Sindankera has a total population of 4,873, including 2,504 males and 2,369 females.
How many households are there in Sindankera?
There are 894 households in Sindankera.
What is the literacy rate in Sindankera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindankera is 53.54%. Male literacy is 59.82% and female literacy is 46.90%.