Handral - Shorapur, Yadgir
Handral is a village situated in the Shorapur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shorapur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Agni . serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handral is 621003. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.91 hectares and falls under the 585290 pincode. Shorapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Handral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handral
According to the 2011 Census, Handral village had a total population of 505 people, including 253 males and 252 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.31%, with male literacy at 89.45% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 253 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 195 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 58 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Handral
Handral 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 Handral
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Handral.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shorapur to Handral is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Handral is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Handral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handral
Where is Handral located?
Handral village is located in Shorapur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handral?
The Gram Panchayat of Handral is Agni ..
What is the pincode of Handral?
The pincode of Handral is 585290.
What is the population of Handral?
Handral had a total population of 505, including 253 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Handral?
Handral had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handral was 78.31%. Male literacy was 89.45% and female literacy was 67.27%.