Hanchipura - Saraguru, Mysuru
Hanchipura is a village situated in the Saraguru taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from Heggadadevankote and around 60 km from Mysore. Hanchipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanchipura is 618991. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 571121 pincode. Saragur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Hanchipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanchipura
As per Census 2011, Hanchipura village has a total population of 984 people, consisting of 482 males and 502 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanchipura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 482 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 39 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 66 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 314 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 168 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Hanchipura
Hanchipura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hanchipura
Public transport in the Hanchipura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saragur to Hanchipura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Hanchipura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanchipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanchipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hanchipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanchipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hanchipura
Where is Hanchipura located?
Hanchipura village is located in Saraguru Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanchipura?
Hanchipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hanchipura?
The pincode of Hanchipura is 571121.
What is the population of Hanchipura?
Hanchipura has a total population of 984, including 482 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Hanchipura?
There are 231 households in Hanchipura.
What is the literacy rate in Hanchipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanchipura is 56.00%. Male literacy is 65.15% and female literacy is 47.21%.