Handique

Handique is a village located in Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district in Assam, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Nazira (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sivasagar. As per 2009 stats, Peoli Phukon is the gram panchayat of Handique village.

Handique has its own place in the vibrant Sivasagar 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 292857. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.14 hectares. Nazira is nearest town to Handique village for all major economic activities.

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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 875 440 435
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 87 36 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 164 77 87
Literate Population 740 393 347
Illiterate Population 135 47 88

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

  • The total population of Handique village is around 875, including approximately 440 males and 435 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Handique village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handique village has 164 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Handique village is about 84.57%, with male literacy at 89.32% and female literacy at 79.77%.
  • There are around 175 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

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.

Kachari Lahon Rojabheta Lakhimijan Grant No 1 Rojabheta Grant No 2 Adpuria Methonchowa Gaon Bihubor Grant Rojabheta No 1 Borgohain Methonchowa Grant Phuloni Bari

Frequently Asked Questions about Handique

Where is Handique located?
Handique village is situated in Nazira Subdivision, within the Sivasagar district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handique?
The Gram Panchayat of Handique is Peoli Phukon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Handique as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handique is 875, with 440 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Handique as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handique village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handique as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handique is 84.57%. The male literacy rate is 89.32%, while the female literacy rate is 79.77%.