Handrangi
Handrangi is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Handrangi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Handrangi unique in its vibrant Arkalgud-Hassan region. You’ll see Handrangi’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 Handrangi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handrangi is 616695. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573130. Arkalgud is nearest town to Handrangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Handrangi 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 Arkalgud 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.
Google Map of Handrangi
Population of Handrangi
According to the 2011 Census, Handrangi has a total population of about 1,560, with approximately 771 males and 789 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 103 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.09%, with male literacy at about 70.04% and female literacy near 52.34%. There are around 397 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handrangi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,560 | 771 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 52 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 46 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 953 | 540 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 231 | 376 |
Connectivity of Handrangi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handrangi. As per the 2011 stats, Handrangi 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handrangi
Knowing the nearby villages of Handrangi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handrangi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handrangi
- Where is Handrangi located?
- Handrangi village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handrangi?
- Handrangi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Handrangi?
- The pincode of Handrangi is 573130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handrangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handrangi is 1,560, with 771 males and 789 females.
- How many households are there in Handrangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handrangi village has a total of 397 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handrangi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handrangi is 61.09%. The male literacy rate is 70.04%, while the female literacy rate is 52.34%.