Hongunta
Hongunta is a village located in Chitapur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Chitapur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Hongountta is the gram panchayat of Hongunta village.
Here you can discover what makes Hongunta unique in its vibrant Chitapur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Hongunta’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 Hongunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hongunta is 620658. The village spans a total geographical area of 4115.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585228. Shahabad is nearest town to Hongunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hongunta 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 Chittapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hongunta
Population of Hongunta
According to the 2011 Census, Hongunta has a total population of about 5,926, with approximately 2,987 males and 2,939 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 892 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,113 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 39. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.14%, with male literacy at about 44.49% and female literacy near 29.67%. There are around 1,030 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hongunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,926 | 2,987 | 2,939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 892 | 450 | 442 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,113 | 554 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,201 | 1,329 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,725 | 1,658 | 2,067 |
Connectivity of Hongunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hongunta. As per the 2011 stats, Hongunta 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hongunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Hongunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hongunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hongunta
- Where is Hongunta located?
- Hongunta village is situated in Chitapur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hongunta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hongunta is Hongountta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hongunta?
- The pincode of Hongunta is 585228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hongunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hongunta is 5,926, with 2,987 males and 2,939 females.
- How many households are there in Hongunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hongunta village has a total of 1,030 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hongunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hongunta is 37.14%. The male literacy rate is 44.49%, while the female literacy rate is 29.67%.