Handikunte
Handikunte is a village 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.
Handikunte has its own place in the vibrant Tumkur 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 Handikunte
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handikunte is 610303. The village spans a total geographical area of 531.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572113. Sira is nearest town to Handikunte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Handikunte village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Handikunte
Population of Handikunte
Below is a concise population overview of Handikunte as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 385 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 129 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 262 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 123 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handikunte village:
- The total population of Handikunte village is around 777, including approximately 385 males and 392 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Handikunte village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Handikunte village has 248 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 68 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Handikunte village is about 58.17%, with male literacy at 68.05% and female literacy at 48.47%.
- There are around 209 households in Handikunte village.
Connectivity of Handikunte
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handikunte. As per the 2011 stats, Handikunte had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Handikunte
Knowing the nearby villages of Handikunte helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handikunte.
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%.