Handiganala
Handiganala is a village located in Sidlaghatta taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Sidlaghatta (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Handiganala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Handiganala unique in its vibrant Sidlaghatta-Chikkaballapura region. You’ll see Handiganala’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 Handiganala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handiganala is 624189. The village spans a total geographical area of 189.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 562102. Sidlaghatta is nearest town to Handiganala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Handiganala
Population of Handiganala
According to the 2011 Census, Handiganala has a total population of about 1,174, with approximately 595 males and 579 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 324 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 115. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.61%, with male literacy at about 77.82% and female literacy near 63.21%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handiganala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 595 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 165 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 463 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 132 | 213 |
Connectivity of Handiganala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handiganala. As per the 2011 stats, Handiganala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handiganala
Knowing the nearby villages of Handiganala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handiganala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handiganala
- Where is Handiganala located?
- Handiganala village is situated in Sidlaghatta Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handiganala?
- Handiganala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Handiganala?
- The pincode of Handiganala is 562102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handiganala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handiganala is 1,174, with 595 males and 579 females.
- How many households are there in Handiganala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handiganala village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handiganala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handiganala is 70.61%. The male literacy rate is 77.82%, while the female literacy rate is 63.21%.