Honawad - Tikota, Vijayapura
Honawad is a village situated in the Tikota taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 31 km from Bijapur and around 31 km from Bijapur. Honawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Honawad is 599051. The village covers a total geographical area of 7959.36 hectares and falls under the 586130 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Honawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaleshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Honawad
As per Census 2011, Honawad village has a total population of 8,942 people, consisting of 4,521 males and 4,421 females. The village has 1,845 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,827 literate and 4,115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 827 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Honawad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Honawad
Honawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotyal | South-East | 7.78 km |
| Bannur | North-West | 8.42 km |
| Telsang | West | 8.54 km |
| Gothe | South | 8.60 km |
| Kajibilgi | South-West | 8.66 km |
| Babanagar | North-East | 9.05 km |
| Halalli | South-West | 10.54 km |
| Kalbilagi | South-East | 11.81 km |
| Bijjaragi | North | 11.86 km |
| Tikota | East | 11.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Honawad
Honawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibrahimpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 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 Bijapur to Honawad is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Honawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Honawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Honawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Honawad 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Honawad
Where is Honawad located?
Honawad village is located in Tikota Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Honawad?
Honawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Honawad?
The pincode of Honawad is 586130.
What is the population of Honawad?
Honawad has a total population of 8,942, including 4,521 males and 4,421 females.
How many households are there in Honawad?
There are 1,845 households in Honawad.
What is the literacy rate in Honawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honawad is 53.98%. Male literacy is 62.18% and female literacy is 45.60%.