Handikunte
About Handikunte
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Handikunte village is 610303. Handikunte village is located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Handikunte village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 531.08 hectares. Handikunte has a total population of 777 peoples, out of which male population is 385 while female population is 392. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1018 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of handikunte village is 58.17% out of which 68.05% males and 48.47% females are literate. There are about 209 houses in handikunte village. Pincode of handikunte village locality is 572113.
When it comes to administration, Handikunte village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Handikunte village comes under Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency. Sira is nearest town to handikunte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Handikunte
The population details of Handikunte cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 385 | 392 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 248 | 129 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 262 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 123 | 202 |
Connectivity of Handikunte
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Handikunte
Where is Handikunte located?
Handikunte village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handikunte?
Handikunte serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Handikunte?
The pincode of Handikunte is 572113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handikunte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handikunte is 777, with 385 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Handikunte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handikunte village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handikunte as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handikunte is 58.17%. The male literacy rate is 68.05%, while the female literacy rate is 48.47%.