Hunswad
Hunswad is a village located in Haliyal taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Haliyal (tehsildar office) and 142km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Aralwad is the gram panchayat of Hunswad village.
Here you can discover what makes Hunswad unique in its vibrant Haliyal-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Hunswad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Hunswad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hunswad is 602839. The village spans a total geographical area of 524.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581356. Haliyal is nearest town to Hunswad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Hunswad
Population of Hunswad
According to the 2011 Census, Hunswad has a total population of about 1,849, with approximately 964 males and 885 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.47%, with male literacy at about 70.33% and female literacy near 53.90%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hunswad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,849 | 964 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 130 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,155 | 678 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 286 | 408 |
Connectivity of Hunswad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hunswad. As per the 2011 stats, Hunswad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hunswad
Knowing the nearby villages of Hunswad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hunswad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hunswad
- Where is Hunswad located?
- Hunswad village is situated in Haliyal Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hunswad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hunswad is Aralwad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hunswad?
- The pincode of Hunswad is 581356, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hunswad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hunswad is 1,849, with 964 males and 885 females.
- How many households are there in Hunswad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hunswad village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hunswad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hunswad is 62.47%. The male literacy rate is 70.33%, while the female literacy rate is 53.90%.