Handigona
Handigona is a village located in Kumta taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kumta (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Kalbhag is the gram panchayat of Handigona village.
Handigona has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Handigona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handigona is 603482. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581332. Kumta is nearest town to Handigona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
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Population of Handigona
Below is a concise population overview of Handigona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,281 | 646 | 635 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 217 | 220 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,038 | 558 | 480 |
Illiterate Population | 243 | 88 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handigona village:
- The total population of Handigona village is around 1,281, including approximately 646 males and 635 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Handigona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Handigona village has 437 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Handigona village is about 81.03%, with male literacy at 86.38% and female literacy at 75.59%.
- There are around 313 households in Handigona village.
Connectivity of Handigona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handigona. As per the 2011 stats, Handigona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handigona
Knowing the nearby villages of Handigona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handigona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handigona
- Where is Handigona located?
- Handigona village is situated in Kumta Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handigona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handigona is Kalbhag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Handigona?
- The pincode of Handigona is 581332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handigona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handigona is 1,281, with 646 males and 635 females.
- How many households are there in Handigona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handigona village has a total of 313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handigona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handigona is 81.03%. The male literacy rate is 86.38%, while the female literacy rate is 75.59%.