Handihal

Handihal is a village located in Hangal taluka of Haveri district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hangal (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Haveri. As per 2009 stats, Hirekanagi is the gram panchayat of Handihal village.

Handihal has its own place in the vibrant Haveri 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 Handihal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handihal is 604103. The village spans a total geographical area of 208.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581104. Hangal is nearest town to Handihal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Handihal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 243 134 109
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 17 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 19 19
Literate Population 151 93 58
Illiterate Population 92 41 51

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

  • The total population of Handihal village is around 243, including approximately 134 males and 109 females, with a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Handihal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handihal village has 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Handihal village is about 62.14%, with male literacy at 69.40% and female literacy at 53.21%.
  • There are around 50 households in Handihal village.

Connectivity of Handihal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handihal. As per the 2011 stats, Handihal 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Handihal

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

Hirekanagi Basavanagara Shivajinagar Bidarakoppa Gotagodi Chikkeri Surleshwar Dolleshwar Girishinkoppa Gejjihalli Kamanhalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Handihal

Where is Handihal located?
Handihal village is situated in Hangal Taluka, within the Haveri district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handihal?
The Gram Panchayat of Handihal is Hirekanagi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Handihal?
The pincode of Handihal is 581104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handihal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handihal is 243, with 134 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Handihal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handihal village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handihal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handihal is 62.14%. The male literacy rate is 69.40%, while the female literacy rate is 53.21%.