Handod
Handod is a village located in Karjan taluka of Vadodara district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Karjan (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Vadodara. As per 2009 stats, Handod village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Handod unique in its vibrant Karjan-Vadodara region. You’ll see Handod’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 Handod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handod is 521134. The village spans a total geographical area of 1019.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 391145. Karjan is nearest town to Handod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Handod
Population of Handod
According to the 2011 Census, Handod has a total population of about 2,095, with approximately 1,083 males and 1,012 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 166 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 477. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.27%, with male literacy at about 79.87% and female literacy near 68.28%. There are around 466 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,095 | 1,083 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 135 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 243 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 1,556 | 865 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 218 | 321 |
Connectivity of Handod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handod. As per the 2011 stats, Handod had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handod
Knowing the nearby villages of Handod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handod
- Where is Handod located?
- Handod village is situated in Karjan Taluka, within the Vadodara district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handod?
- Handod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Handod?
- The pincode of Handod is 391145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handod is 2,095, with 1,083 males and 1,012 females.
- How many households are there in Handod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handod village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handod is 74.27%. The male literacy rate is 79.87%, while the female literacy rate is 68.28%.