Hunkunti - Lingasugur, Raichur
Hunkunti is a village situated in the Lingasugur taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from Lingsugur and around 96 km from Raichur. Mavinabhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hunkunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hunkunti is 600433. The village covers a total geographical area of 955.83 hectares and falls under the 584122 pincode. Lingsugur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Hunkunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lingsugur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hunkunti
As per Census 2011, Hunkunti village has a total population of 2,305 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,221 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 848 literate and 1,457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hunkunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,305 | 1,084 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 196 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 200 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 498 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 586 | 871 |
Nearby Villages of Hunkunti
Hunkunti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kallilingsugur | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Bhupur | West | 4.05 km |
| Buddinni | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Gudihal | South | 5.45 km |
| Mavinbhavi | West | 5.77 km |
| Lingsugur(rural) | North-East | 5.83 km |
| Teribhavi | South-West | 6.08 km |
| Mattur | South | 6.24 km |
| Adavibhavi | North-West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hunkunti
Hunkunti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudala Sangam, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lingsugur to Hunkunti is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Hunkunti is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hunkunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hunkunti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hunkunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hunkunti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hunkunti
Where is Hunkunti located?
Hunkunti village is located in Lingasugur Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hunkunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Hunkunti is Mavinabhai.
What is the pincode of Hunkunti?
The pincode of Hunkunti is 584122.
What is the population of Hunkunti?
Hunkunti has a total population of 2,305, including 1,084 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Hunkunti?
There are 399 households in Hunkunti.
What is the literacy rate in Hunkunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hunkunti is 36.79%. Male literacy is 45.94% and female literacy is 28.67%.