Hankon
Hankon is a village located in Karwar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from Karwar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Hankon village. As per 2009 stats, Hankon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Hankon unique in its vibrant Karwar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Hankon’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 Hankon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hankon is 602588. The village spans a total geographical area of 1237.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581317. Karwar is nearest town to Hankon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Hankon
Population of Hankon
According to the 2011 Census, Hankon has a total population of about 1,168, with approximately 569 males and 599 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.74%, with male literacy at about 89.10% and female literacy near 72.79%. There are around 367 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hankon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,168 | 569 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 507 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 62 | 163 |
Connectivity of Hankon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hankon. As per the 2011 stats, Hankon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hankon
Knowing the nearby villages of Hankon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hankon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hankon
- Where is Hankon located?
- Hankon village is situated in Karwar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hankon?
- Hankon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Hankon?
- The pincode of Hankon is 581317, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hankon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hankon is 1,168, with 569 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Hankon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hankon village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hankon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hankon is 80.74%. The male literacy rate is 89.10%, while the female literacy rate is 72.79%.