Hire Kotankal - Manvi, Raichur
Hire Kotankal is a village situated in the Manvi taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manvi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Hirekotnekal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hire Kotankal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hire Kotankal is 601050. The village covers a total geographical area of 2848.95 hectares and falls under the 584123 pincode. Manvi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hire Kotankal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hire Kotankal
As per Census 2011, Hire Kotankal village has a total population of 7,889 people, consisting of 3,939 males and 3,950 females. The village has 1,635 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 999 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,767 literate and 4,122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,373 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hire Kotankal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,889 | 3,939 | 3,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 999 | 521 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,465 | 1,226 | 1,239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,373 | 678 | 695 |
| Literate Population | 3,767 | 2,203 | 1,564 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,122 | 1,736 | 2,386 |
Nearby Villages of Hire Kotankal
Hire Kotankal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhogawati | North | 2.89 km |
| Hosur Umli | South | 3.56 km |
| Kharabadinni | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Jutlapur | East | 4.42 km |
| Chikkotankal | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Eralgaddi | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Muddamgaddi | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Amarawati | North | 4.95 km |
| Uralgaddi | South-West | 5.35 km |
| Devipur | South | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hire Kotankal
Hire Kotankal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kosgi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manvi to Hire Kotankal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Hire Kotankal 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 Hire Kotankal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hire Kotankal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hire Kotankal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hire Kotankal 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 Hire Kotankal
Where is Hire Kotankal located?
Hire Kotankal village is located in Manvi Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hire Kotankal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hire Kotankal is Hirekotnekal.
What is the pincode of Hire Kotankal?
The pincode of Hire Kotankal is 584123.
What is the population of Hire Kotankal?
Hire Kotankal has a total population of 7,889, including 3,939 males and 3,950 females.
How many households are there in Hire Kotankal?
There are 1,635 households in Hire Kotankal.
What is the literacy rate in Hire Kotankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hire Kotankal is 47.75%. Male literacy is 55.93% and female literacy is 39.59%.