Handique - Nazira, Sivasagar
Handique is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Peoli Phukon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handique village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handique is 292857. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.14 hectares and falls under the 785685 pincode.
Handique village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handique
According to the 2011 Census, Handique village had a total population of 875 people, including 440 males and 435 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.91%, with male literacy at 97.28% and female literacy at 90.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 875 | 440 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 36 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 77 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 393 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 47 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Handique
Handique 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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Handique. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Handique.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivasagar to Handique is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handique
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handique village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Handique
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 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Handique
Where is Handique located?
Handique village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handique?
The Gram Panchayat of Handique is Peoli Phukon.
What is the pincode of Handique?
The pincode of Handique is 785685.
What is the population of Handique?
Handique had a total population of 875, including 440 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Handique?
Handique had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handique?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handique was 93.91%. Male literacy was 97.28% and female literacy was 90.36%.