Walkhandi
Walkhandi is a village located in Homnabad taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Homnabad (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Itga is the gram panchayat of Walkhandi village.
Walkhandi has its own place in the vibrant Bidar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Walkhandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Walkhandi is 600316. The village spans a total geographical area of 1056.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585414. Chitgoppa is nearest town to Walkhandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Walkhandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Walkhandi
Population of Walkhandi
Below is a concise population overview of Walkhandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,362 | 1,177 | 1,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 174 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 240 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 986 | 496 | 490 |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 705 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 472 | 681 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Walkhandi village:
- The total population of Walkhandi village is around 2,362, including approximately 1,177 males and 1,185 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 342 children aged 0–6 years in Walkhandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Walkhandi village has 482 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 986 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Walkhandi village is about 51.19%, with male literacy at 59.90% and female literacy at 42.53%.
- There are around 408 households in Walkhandi village.
Connectivity of Walkhandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Walkhandi. As per the 2011 stats, Walkhandi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Walkhandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Walkhandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Walkhandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walkhandi
- Where is Walkhandi located?
- Walkhandi village is situated in Homnabad Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Walkhandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Walkhandi is Itga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Walkhandi?
- The pincode of Walkhandi is 585414, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Walkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walkhandi is 2,362, with 1,177 males and 1,185 females.
- How many households are there in Walkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Walkhandi village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Walkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walkhandi is 51.19%. The male literacy rate is 59.90%, while the female literacy rate is 42.53%.