Halkarni

Halkarni is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Halkarni village is also a gram panchayat.

Halkarni has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Halkarni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Halkarni is 568003. The village spans a total geographical area of 658 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416506. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Halkarni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Halkarni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Halkarni

Below is a concise population overview of Halkarni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,953 2,959 2,994
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 627 332 295
Scheduled Castes (SC) 702 341 361
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 50 29 21
Literate Population 4,073 2,225 1,848
Illiterate Population 1,880 734 1,146

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Halkarni village:

  • The total population of Halkarni village is around 5,953, including approximately 2,959 males and 2,994 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 627 children aged 0–6 years in Halkarni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Halkarni village has 702 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 50 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Halkarni village is about 68.42%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 61.72%.
  • There are around 1,326 households in Halkarni village.

Connectivity of Halkarni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Halkarni. As per the 2011 stats, Halkarni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Halkarni

Knowing the nearby villages of Halkarni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Halkarni.

Frequently Asked Questions about Halkarni

Where is Halkarni located?
Halkarni village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halkarni?
Halkarni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Halkarni?
The pincode of Halkarni is 416506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Halkarni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Halkarni is 5,953, with 2,959 males and 2,994 females.
How many households are there in Halkarni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Halkarni village has a total of 1,326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halkarni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Halkarni is 68.42%. The male literacy rate is 75.19%, while the female literacy rate is 61.72%.