Hanchi
Hanchi is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Hanchi village is also a gram panchayat.
Hanchi has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Hanchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hanchi is 607445. The village spans a total geographical area of 592.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577413. Hirekerur is nearest town to Hanchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Hanchi
Below is a concise population overview of Hanchi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,086 | 568 | 518 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 208 | 195 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 76 | 58 |
Literate Population | 602 | 358 | 244 |
Illiterate Population | 484 | 210 | 274 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hanchi village:
- The total population of Hanchi village is around 1,086, including approximately 568 males and 518 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Hanchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hanchi village has 403 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 134 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hanchi village is about 55.43%, with male literacy at 63.03% and female literacy at 47.10%.
- There are around 240 households in Hanchi village.
Connectivity of Hanchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hanchi. As per the 2011 stats, Hanchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hanchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Hanchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hanchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hanchi
- Where is Hanchi located?
- Hanchi village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hanchi?
- Hanchi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Hanchi?
- The pincode of Hanchi is 577413, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hanchi is 1,086, with 568 males and 518 females.
- How many households are there in Hanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hanchi village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hanchi is 55.43%. The male literacy rate is 63.03%, while the female literacy rate is 47.10%.