Halgara - Nilanga, Latur
Halgara is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Halgara village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halgara is 560808. The village covers a total geographical area of 1619 hectares and falls under the 413522 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Halgara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halgara
According to the 2011 Census, Halgara village had a total population of 6,536 people, including 3,321 males and 3,215 females, living in 1,280 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.36%, with male literacy at 84.48% and female literacy at 66.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 847, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 346.
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 | 6,536 | 3,321 | 3,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 789 | 409 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 454 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 186 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 4,331 | 2,460 | 1,871 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,205 | 861 | 1,344 |
Nearby Villages of Halgara
Halgara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajewadi | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Tambarwadi | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Hanmantwadi Halgara | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Koyachiwadi | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Makni | West | 3.98 km |
| Botkul | North | 4.23 km |
| Hagranga | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Tagarkheda | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Hosur | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Sangareddiwadi | South-West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Halgara
Halgara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalgupur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Halgara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Halgara is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halgara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halgara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Halgara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halgara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Halgara
Where is Halgara located?
Halgara village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Halgara?
Halgara is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Halgara?
The pincode of Halgara is 413522.
What is the population of Halgara?
Halgara had a total population of 6,536, including 3,321 males and 3,215 females.
How many households are there in Halgara?
Halgara had 1,280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halgara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halgara was 75.36%. Male literacy was 84.48% and female literacy was 66.00%.