Hanchinal - Almel, Vijayapura
Hanchinal is a village situated in the Almel taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Sindgi and around 85 km from Bijapur. Moratagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanchinal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanchinal is 599333. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.06 hectares and falls under the 586217 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Hanchinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanchinal
As per Census 2011, Hanchinal village has a total population of 1,132 people, consisting of 570 males and 562 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanchinal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,132 | 570 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 95 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 157 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 346 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 224 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Hanchinal
Hanchinal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hanchinal
Hanchinal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sindgi to Hanchinal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Hanchinal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanchinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanchinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hanchinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanchinal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hanchinal
Where is Hanchinal located?
Hanchinal village is located in Almel Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanchinal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanchinal is Moratagi.
What is the pincode of Hanchinal?
The pincode of Hanchinal is 586217.
What is the population of Hanchinal?
Hanchinal has a total population of 1,132, including 570 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Hanchinal?
There are 199 households in Hanchinal.
What is the literacy rate in Hanchinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanchinal is 50.35%. Male literacy is 60.70% and female literacy is 39.86%.