Handerki - Sedam, Kalaburagi
Handerki is a village situated in the Sedam taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Sedam and around 78 km from Gulbarga. Handarki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handerki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handerki is 620554. The village covers a total geographical area of 2887.12 hectares and falls under the 585222 pincode. Sedam is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Handerki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sedam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handerki
As per Census 2011, Handerki village has a total population of 4,002 people, consisting of 1,995 males and 2,007 females. The village has 719 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,494 literate and 2,508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 969 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handerki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,002 | 1,995 | 2,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 323 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 969 | 494 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 181 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 884 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,508 | 1,111 | 1,397 |
Nearby Villages of Handerki
Handerki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hulgoal | North | 3.78 km |
| Nachawar | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Khanapur-hosalli | South | 4.12 km |
| Gudanhalli | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Chintkunta | South | 4.62 km |
| Bilkal | East | 4.96 km |
| Mailwar | North-East | 6.28 km |
| Namwar | North-East | 6.66 km |
| Devarahalli | South-East | 6.71 km |
| Devnoor | North-East | 6.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handerki
Handerki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Malkhaid Road, while the nearest airport is Begumpet Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.5 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 Sedam to Handerki is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Handerki is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handerki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handerki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Handerki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handerki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Handerki
Where is Handerki located?
Handerki village is located in Sedam Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handerki?
The Gram Panchayat of Handerki is Handarki.
What is the pincode of Handerki?
The pincode of Handerki is 585222.
What is the population of Handerki?
Handerki has a total population of 4,002, including 1,995 males and 2,007 females.
How many households are there in Handerki?
There are 719 households in Handerki.
What is the literacy rate in Handerki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handerki is 37.33%. Male literacy is 44.31% and female literacy is 30.39%.