Hanota - Palera, Tikamgarh
Hanota is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Hanouta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanota is 457017. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.93 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hanota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanota
According to the 2011 Census, Hanota village had a total population of 2,368 people, including 1,257 males and 1,111 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.51%, with male literacy at 67.55% and female literacy at 44.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 476.
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 | 2,368 | 1,257 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 237 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 260 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 689 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,270 | 568 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Hanota
Hanota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murrah Bandh | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Murraha Baba | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Banne Khurd | South | 2.31 km |
| Kubari | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Paduwa | East | 2.94 km |
| Banne Bujurg | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Nayagaon | West | 3.18 km |
| Laroun | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Alampura Ugad | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Alampura Khas | North | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanota
Hanota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palera to Hanota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Hanota is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hanota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hanota
Where is Hanota located?
Hanota village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hanota?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanota is Hanouta.
What is the pincode of Hanota?
The pincode of Hanota is 472221.
What is the population of Hanota?
Hanota had a total population of 2,368, including 1,257 males and 1,111 females.
How many households are there in Hanota?
Hanota had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hanota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanota was 56.51%. Male literacy was 67.55% and female literacy was 44.31%.