Hanchur

Hanchur is a village located in Alur taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Alur (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Hanchur village is also a gram panchayat.

Hanchur has its own place in the vibrant Hassan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Hanchur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hanchur is 616431. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573218. Alur is nearest town to Hanchur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Hanchur 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 Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Hanchur

Below is a concise population overview of Hanchur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 660 327 333
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 36 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 258 130 128
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 438 246 192
Illiterate Population 222 81 141

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hanchur village:

  • The total population of Hanchur village is around 660, including approximately 327 males and 333 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Hanchur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hanchur village has 258 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Hanchur village is about 66.36%, with male literacy at 75.23% and female literacy at 57.66%.
  • There are around 158 households in Hanchur village.

Connectivity of Hanchur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hanchur. As per the 2011 stats, Hanchur 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Hanchur

Knowing the nearby villages of Hanchur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hanchur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hanchur

Where is Hanchur located?
Hanchur village is situated in Alur Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanchur?
Hanchur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Hanchur?
The pincode of Hanchur is 573218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hanchur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hanchur is 660, with 327 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Hanchur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hanchur village has a total of 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hanchur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hanchur is 66.36%. The male literacy rate is 75.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.66%.