Handique

Handique is a village located in Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district in Assam, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Jonai (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dhemaji. As per 2009 stats, Simen Chapori is the gram panchayat of Handique village.

Handique has its own place in the vibrant Dhemaji 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 Handique

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handique is 289245. The village spans a total geographical area of 59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 787061. Silapathar is nearest town to Handique village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Handique

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,146 588 558
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 146 75 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 25 11 14
Literate Population 844 455 389
Illiterate Population 302 133 169

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

  • The total population of Handique village is around 1,146, including approximately 588 males and 558 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Handique village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handique village has 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Handique village is about 73.65%, with male literacy at 77.38% and female literacy at 69.71%.
  • There are around 239 households in Handique village.

Connectivity of Handique

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handique. As per the 2011 stats, Handique 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Handique

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

No 1 Simen Chapori Simen Kaiborta Sensowa No 3 Simen Chapori Kherani No 2 Simen Chapori Seren Nepali Seren Sonowal No 1 Udai Pur Dekapam Pensam Hosong

Frequently Asked Questions about Handique

Where is Handique located?
Handique village is situated in Jonai Subdivision, within the Dhemaji district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handique?
The Gram Panchayat of Handique is Simen Chapori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Handique?
The pincode of Handique is 787061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handique as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handique is 1,146, with 588 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Handique as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handique village has a total of 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handique as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handique is 73.65%. The male literacy rate is 77.38%, while the female literacy rate is 69.71%.