Hanchinhal - Kushtagi, Koppal
Hanchinhal is a village situated in the Kushtagi taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushtagi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Hiremannapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanchinhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanchinhal is 601509. The village covers a total geographical area of 1458.58 hectares and falls under the 583279 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Hanchinhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushtagi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanchinhal
As per Census 2011, Hanchinhal village has a total population of 1,017 people, consisting of 510 males and 507 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 563 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanchinhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,017 | 510 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 188 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 319 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 191 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Hanchinhal
Hanchinhal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawalhalli | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Hiremannapur | West | 3.22 km |
| Jumlapur | North | 3.75 km |
| Nandapur | East | 4.22 km |
| Mayadhunsi | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Idlapur | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Gudadur(m) | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Neerloti | South | 4.88 km |
| Rampur(jagir) | North | 5.08 km |
| Huliyapur | South | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanchinhal
Hanchinhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ginigera, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushtagi to Hanchinhal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Hanchinhal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanchinhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanchinhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hanchinhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanchinhal 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 Hanchinhal
Where is Hanchinhal located?
Hanchinhal village is located in Kushtagi Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanchinhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanchinhal is Hiremannapur.
What is the pincode of Hanchinhal?
The pincode of Hanchinhal is 583279.
What is the population of Hanchinhal?
Hanchinhal has a total population of 1,017, including 510 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Hanchinhal?
There are 200 households in Hanchinhal.
What is the literacy rate in Hanchinhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanchinhal is 55.36%. Male literacy is 62.55% and female literacy is 48.13%.