Hanchinhal (U) - Maski, Raichur
Hanchinhal (U) is a village situated in the Maski taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Sindhnur and around 120 km from Raichur. Kolbal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanchinhal (U) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanchinhal (U) is 601110. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.55 hectares and falls under the 584124 pincode. Sindhnur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Hanchinhal (U) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maski Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanchinhal (U)
As per Census 2011, Hanchinhal (U) village has a total population of 2,216 people, consisting of 1,121 males and 1,095 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,191 literate and 1,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 494 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanchinhal (U) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,216 | 1,121 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 156 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 248 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 245 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 695 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 426 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Hanchinhal (U)
Hanchinhal (U) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hedigibal | North | 2.31 km |
| Kaniganhalu | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Gudgaldinni | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Nedigol | South | 2.41 km |
| Kanoor | East | 2.52 km |
| Jogaldinni | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Kholabal | East | 4.46 km |
| Boppur | West | 4.54 km |
| Merinahal | North | 4.81 km |
| Tidgol | South | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanchinhal (U)
Hanchinhal (U) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kupgal, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 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 Sindhnur to Hanchinhal (U) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Hanchinhal (U) is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanchinhal (U)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanchinhal (U) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hanchinhal (U)
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 (U) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hanchinhal (U)
Where is Hanchinhal (U) located?
Hanchinhal (U) village is located in Maski Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanchinhal (U)?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanchinhal (U) is Kolbal.
What is the pincode of Hanchinhal (U)?
The pincode of Hanchinhal (U) is 584124.
What is the population of Hanchinhal (U)?
Hanchinhal (U) has a total population of 2,216, including 1,121 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Hanchinhal (U)?
There are 461 households in Hanchinhal (U).
What is the literacy rate in Hanchinhal (U)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanchinhal (U) is 53.75%. Male literacy is 62.00% and female literacy is 45.30%.