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.
Here you can discover what makes Halkarni unique in its vibrant Gadhinglaj-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Halkarni’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Halkarni
Population of Halkarni
According to the 2011 Census, Halkarni has a total population of about 5,953, with approximately 2,959 males and 2,994 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 627 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 702 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.42%, with male literacy at about 75.19% and female literacy near 61.72%. There are around 1,326 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Halkarni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.