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Village code 598532
Herkal Village, Bilgi Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Herkal is a village in Bilgi Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Bagalkot district, Karnataka. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Herkal is a village in Bilgi Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Bagalkot district, Karnataka. For Herkal, the population is 3,521, PIN code is 587111 and Census village code is 598532. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Herkal Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 598532 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 587111 |
| Population | 3,521 |
| Households | 622 |
| Area | 2,125.28 ha / 21.25 sq. km / 5,252 acres |
| Population density | 166 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1017 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Bilgi (25 km) |
| Current state | Karnataka |
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Bagalkot |
| Census 2011 district | Bagalkot |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 587111. This helps users verify the postal area for Herkal, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 587111 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Bagalkot Alokudyog S.O, Achanur B.O, Benkatti B.O, Bennur B.O, Bevinmattti B.O, and Chikhodlur B.O |
| Best matching post office | Bagalkot Alokudyog S.O (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Bagalkot |
| Postal state | Karnataka |
| Postal division | Bagalkot Division |
| Postal circle | Karnataka Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Herkal comes under Herkal gram panchayat and Bilgi C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Bilgi Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Bilgi at 25 km. The Census district headquarters, Bagalkot, is 28 km away.
| Current state | Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Bagalkot |
| Census 2011 district | Bagalkot |
| State code | 29 |
| District code | 556 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5444 |
| C.D. Block code | 12 |
| Block panchayat code | 12 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Herkal village and its household count.
Total population
3,521 residents in 622 households
Male population
1,746
Female population
1,775
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 583; Scheduled Tribes: 491
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 2
Private primary school
Available; count: 1
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Available |
| Public reading room | Available |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 1,569 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 675.80 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 893.20 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 65.80 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 550 hectares |
| Forest area | 446 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 70.28 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 40 hectares |
| Main crop | Sun Flower |
| Second crop | Wheat |
| Third crop | Maize |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Bilgi, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
How to Reach Herkal
Bilgi (25 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Bilgi is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Bilgi (25 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Bilgi (25 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Karnataka government website Official state/UT portal
- Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 598532
- India Post PIN code search 587111
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Herkal. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 2 |
|---|---|
| Private Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree | 2 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| River Canal | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Excluding Bath for General Public | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Herkal village located?
Herkal is located in Bilgi Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Bagalkot.
Which Taluk is Herkal in?
Herkal is in Bilgi Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Herkal in?
District: Bagalkot.
What is the village code of Herkal?
The Census village code of Herkal is 598532.
What is the PIN code of Herkal?
The PIN code reported for Herkal is 587111.
What is the population of Herkal?
Herkal has 3,521 residents in 622 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Herkal part of?
Herkal comes under Herkal gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Herkal?
The nearest statutory town to Herkal is Bilgi (25 km).
Which crops are grown in Herkal?
The main crops reported for Herkal are Sun Flower, Wheat, and Maize.
What land-use details are available for Herkal?
Land-use details for Herkal include net area sown: 1,569 hectares, irrigated area: 675.80 hectares, and unirrigated area: 893.20 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Herkal?
Government primary school status for Herkal is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Herkal?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Herkal?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Herkal?
The total geographical area of Herkal is 2,125.28 hectares.
How many households are in Herkal?
Herkal has 622 households as per Census 2011.
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