Handawada - Orchha, Narayanpur
Handawada is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Handawada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handawada is 450057. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Barsur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Handawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handawada
As per Census 2011, Handawada village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 324 males and 244 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 753 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 466 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 324 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 273 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 112 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 212 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Handawada
Handawada 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 Handawada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Handawada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barsur to Handawada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Handawada is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Handawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handawada
Where is Handawada located?
Handawada village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handawada?
Handawada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Handawada?
The pincode of Handawada is 494661.
What is the population of Handawada?
Handawada has a total population of 568, including 324 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Handawada?
There are 117 households in Handawada.
What is the literacy rate in Handawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handawada is 21.48%. Male literacy is 34.57% and female literacy is 4.10%.