Handiqui Gaon - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Handiqui Gaon is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Sripani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handiqui Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handiqui Gaon is 288866. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.97 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Dhemaji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Handiqui Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handiqui Gaon
As per Census 2011, Handiqui Gaon village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 85 males and 83 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 27 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handiqui Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Handiqui Gaon
Handiqui Gaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Handiqui Gaon
Handiqui Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Handiqui Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhemaji to Handiqui Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Handiqui Gaon is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handiqui Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handiqui Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Handiqui Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handiqui Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handiqui Gaon
Where is Handiqui Gaon located?
Handiqui Gaon village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handiqui Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Handiqui Gaon is Sripani.
What is the pincode of Handiqui Gaon?
The pincode of Handiqui Gaon is 787110.
What is the population of Handiqui Gaon?
Handiqui Gaon has a total population of 168, including 85 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Handiqui Gaon?
There are 34 households in Handiqui Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Handiqui Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handiqui Gaon is 83.93%. Male literacy is 88.24% and female literacy is 79.52%.