Honawad
Honawad is a village located in Bijapur taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 31km away from Bijapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Honawad village. As per 2009 stats, Honawad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Honawad unique in its vibrant Bijapur region. You’ll see Honawad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Honawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Honawad is 599051. The village spans a total geographical area of 7959.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586130. Bijapur is nearest town to Honawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Honawad 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 Babaleshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Honawad
Population of Honawad
According to the 2011 Census, Honawad has a total population of about 8,942, with approximately 4,521 males and 4,421 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,290 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 827 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.98%, with male literacy at about 62.18% and female literacy near 45.60%. There are around 1,845 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Honawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,942 | 4,521 | 4,421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,290 | 641 | 649 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 401 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,827 | 2,811 | 2,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,115 | 1,710 | 2,405 |
Connectivity of Honawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Honawad. As per the 2011 stats, Honawad 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Honawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Honawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Honawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Honawad
- Where is Honawad located?
- Honawad village is situated in Bijapur Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Honawad?
- Honawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Honawad?
- The pincode of Honawad is 586130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Honawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Honawad is 8,942, with 4,521 males and 4,421 females.
- How many households are there in Honawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Honawad village has a total of 1,845 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Honawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Honawad is 53.98%. The male literacy rate is 62.18%, while the female literacy rate is 45.60%.