Huligud - Arakera, Raichur
Huligud is a village situated in the Arakera taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from Devadurga and around 80 km from Raichur. Mundaragi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Huligud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Huligud is 600568. The village covers a total geographical area of 1136.14 hectares and falls under the 584116 pincode. Devadurga is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Huligud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Huligud
As per Census 2011, Huligud village has a total population of 819 people, consisting of 423 males and 396 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 584 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Huligud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 819 | 423 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 308 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 216 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 207 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Huligud
Huligud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katmalli | East | 2.20 km |
| Kakkaldoddi | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Sunnadkal | South | 3.08 km |
| Gandhal | West | 3.67 km |
| Mykaldoddi | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Kamaldinni | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Devatgal | East | 4.81 km |
| Bhogiramangund | West | 4.82 km |
| Parapur | North | 4.86 km |
| Ganajali | East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Huligud
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Huligud. The nearest railway station is Saidapur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devadurga to Huligud is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Huligud is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Huligud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Huligud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Huligud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Huligud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Huligud
Where is Huligud located?
Huligud village is located in Arakera Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Huligud?
The Gram Panchayat of Huligud is Mundaragi.
What is the pincode of Huligud?
The pincode of Huligud is 584116.
What is the population of Huligud?
Huligud has a total population of 819, including 423 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Huligud?
There are 135 households in Huligud.
What is the literacy rate in Huligud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huligud is 40.78%. Male literacy is 51.06% and female literacy is 29.80%.