Hanchinal - Kundgol, Dharwad
Hanchinal is a village situated in the Kundgol taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundgol and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Kubihal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanchinal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanchinal is 602528. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.85 hectares and falls under the 581113 pincode. Kundgol is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Hanchinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kundgol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanchinal
As per Census 2011, Hanchinal village has a total population of 2,110 people, consisting of 1,100 males and 1,010 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,251 literate and 859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanchinal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,110 | 1,100 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 770 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 330 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Hanchinal
Hanchinal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devanur | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Yaliwal | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Kubihal | South | 3.54 km |
| Inamkoppa | West | 3.81 km |
| Kamadolli | East | 3.85 km |
| Betadur | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Bilebal | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Chikkaharakuni | East | 5.08 km |
| Bullappanakoppa | South | 5.55 km |
| Vithalapur | South-West | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanchinal
Hanchinal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kundgol, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kundgol to Hanchinal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Hanchinal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanchinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanchinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hanchinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanchinal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hanchinal
Where is Hanchinal located?
Hanchinal village is located in Kundgol Taluka, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanchinal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanchinal is Kubihal.
What is the pincode of Hanchinal?
The pincode of Hanchinal is 581113.
What is the population of Hanchinal?
Hanchinal has a total population of 2,110, including 1,100 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Hanchinal?
There are 442 households in Hanchinal.
What is the literacy rate in Hanchinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanchinal is 59.29%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 47.62%.