Hutgar - Sirsi, Uttara Kannada
Hutgar is a village situated in the Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirsi and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Huttagaar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hutgar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hutgar is 603147. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.21 hectares and falls under the 581402 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Hutgar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hutgar
As per Census 2011, Hutgar village has a total population of 2,173 people, consisting of 1,123 males and 1,050 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,717 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hutgar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,173 | 1,123 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 93 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 215 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,717 | 945 | 772 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 178 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Hutgar
Hutgar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Harepal | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Devarkoppa | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Manajavalli | South | 2.04 km |
| Puttanamane | East | 2.30 km |
| Kalgar | West | 2.36 km |
| Itaguli | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Bilgalmane | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Karjigimane | West | 2.77 km |
| Hedigemane | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Heepnalli | South | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hutgar
The nearest railway station is Kumta, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirsi to Hutgar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Hutgar is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Hutgar
Where is Hutgar located?
Hutgar village is located in Sirsi Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hutgar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hutgar is Huttagaar.
What is the pincode of Hutgar?
The pincode of Hutgar is 581402.
What is the population of Hutgar?
Hutgar has a total population of 2,173, including 1,123 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Hutgar?
There are 517 households in Hutgar.
What is the literacy rate in Hutgar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hutgar is 79.02%. Male literacy is 84.15% and female literacy is 73.52%.