Handalagere - Kunigal, Tumakuru
Handalagere is a village situated in the Kunigal taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Kunigal and around 74 km from Tumkur. Jinnagara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handalagere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handalagere is 612664. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.61 hectares and falls under the 572111 pincode. Kunigal is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Handalagere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunigal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handalagere
According to the 2011 Census, Handalagere village had a total population of 721 people, including 363 males and 358 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.88%, with male literacy at 73.11% and female literacy at 48.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 363 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 242 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 121 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Handalagere
Handalagere is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Handalagere
Handalagere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kunigal to Handalagere is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Handalagere is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handalagere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handalagere 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Handalagere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handalagere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Handalagere
Where is Handalagere located?
Handalagere village is located in Kunigal Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handalagere?
The Gram Panchayat of Handalagere is Jinnagara.
What is the pincode of Handalagere?
The pincode of Handalagere is 572111.
What is the population of Handalagere?
Handalagere had a total population of 721, including 363 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Handalagere?
Handalagere had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handalagere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handalagere was 60.88%. Male literacy was 73.11% and female literacy was 48.64%.