Handique Gaon
Handique Gaon is a village located in Sonari subdivision of Sivasagar district in Assam, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sonari (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Sivasagar. As per 2009 stats, Hollow Phukon is the gram panchayat of Handique Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Handique Gaon unique in its vibrant Sonari-Sivasagar region. You’ll see Handique Gaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Handique Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handique Gaon is 292993. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.4 hectares. Sonari is nearest town to Handique Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Handique Gaon
Population of Handique Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Handique Gaon has a total population of about 748, with approximately 385 males and 363 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.13%, with male literacy at about 75.06% and female literacy near 71.07%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handique Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 748 | 385 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 547 | 289 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 96 | 105 |
Connectivity of Handique Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handique Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Handique Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handique Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Handique Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handique Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handique Gaon
- Where is Handique Gaon located?
- Handique Gaon village is situated in Sonari Subdivision, within the Sivasagar district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handique Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handique Gaon is Hollow Phukon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Handique Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handique Gaon is 748, with 385 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Handique Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handique Gaon village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handique Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handique Gaon is 73.13%. The male literacy rate is 75.06%, while the female literacy rate is 71.07%.