Hingni - Hingoli
Hingni is a village situated in the Hingoli tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Hingoli, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Hingani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hingni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingni is 545940. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.28 hectares and falls under the 431702 pincode. Hingoli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hingni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hingni
As per Census 2011, Hingni village has a total population of 1,628 people, consisting of 851 males and 777 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,120 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hingni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 851 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 128 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 152 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 643 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 208 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Hingni
Hingni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khed | North | 1.62 km |
| Takalgavhan | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Renapur | East | 2.44 km |
| Maldhamni | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Sawangi | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Takli Tarf Nandapur | North | 3.52 km |
| Durg Dhamni | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Kalamkonda Bk. | North | 4.98 km |
| Sodegaon | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Waranga Tarf Nandapur | East | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hingni
Hingni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kannjara Halt, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hingoli to Hingni is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hingni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hingni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingni 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 Hingni
Where is Hingni located?
Hingni village is located in Hingoli Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hingni?
The Gram Panchayat of Hingni is Hingani.
What is the pincode of Hingni?
The pincode of Hingni is 431702.
What is the population of Hingni?
Hingni has a total population of 1,628, including 851 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Hingni?
There are 305 households in Hingni.
What is the literacy rate in Hingni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingni is 68.80%. Male literacy is 75.56% and female literacy is 61.39%.