Handinakere - Hassan
Handinakere is a village situated in the Hassan taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from Hassan, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Manacanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handinakere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handinakere is 616010. The village covers a total geographical area of 1047.53 hectares and falls under the 573217 pincode. Hassan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Handinakere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hassan Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Handinakere
As per Census 2011, Handinakere village has a total population of 4,788 people, consisting of 2,424 males and 2,364 females. The village has 1,218 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,822 literate and 1,966 illiterate residents. Additionally, 611 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handinakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,788 | 2,424 | 2,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 238 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 302 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,822 | 1,636 | 1,186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,966 | 788 | 1,178 |
Nearby Villages of Handinakere
Handinakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anachihalli | South | 2.09 km |
| Rajanahalli | West | 2.25 km |
| Uddur | East | 2.32 km |
| Devarayapatna | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Huvinahalli | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Kavalikere | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Eachalahalli | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Korahalli | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Huvinahalli Kaval | North | 3.27 km |
| Kandali | South | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handinakere
Handinakere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hassan Junction, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hassan to Handinakere is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handinakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handinakere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Handinakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handinakere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Handinakere
Where is Handinakere located?
Handinakere village is located in Hassan Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handinakere?
The Gram Panchayat of Handinakere is Manacanahalli.
What is the pincode of Handinakere?
The pincode of Handinakere is 573217.
What is the population of Handinakere?
Handinakere has a total population of 4,788, including 2,424 males and 2,364 females.
How many households are there in Handinakere?
There are 1,218 households in Handinakere.
What is the literacy rate in Handinakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handinakere is 58.94%. Male literacy is 67.49% and female literacy is 50.17%.