Handique Gaon - Dibrugarh East, Dibrugarh
Handique Gaon is a village situated in the Dibrugarh East subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from Dibrugarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ekoratoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handique Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handique Gaon is 291296. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.81 hectares and falls under the 786010 pincode. Dibrugarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Handique 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 Chabua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handique Gaon
As per Census 2011, Handique Gaon village has a total population of 59 people, consisting of 28 males and 31 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handique Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Handique Gaon
Handique 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 Handique Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Handique Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Handique 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 Dibrugarh to Handique Gaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handique Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handique Gaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Handique 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 Handique Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handique Gaon
Where is Handique Gaon located?
Handique Gaon village is located in Dibrugarh East Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handique Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Handique Gaon is Ekoratoli.
What is the pincode of Handique Gaon?
The pincode of Handique Gaon is 786010.
What is the population of Handique Gaon?
Handique Gaon has a total population of 59, including 28 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Handique Gaon?
There are 13 households in Handique Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Handique Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handique Gaon is 74.58%. Male literacy is 82.14% and female literacy is 67.74%.