Handal - Rakkar, Kangra
Handal is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Dodu Rajputan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handal is 010785. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.77 hectares and falls under the 177034 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Handal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handal
According to the 2011 Census, Handal village had a total population of 154 people, including 68 males and 86 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,265 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.49%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 81.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 154 | 68 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 6 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Handal
Handal 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 Handal
Handal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Handal is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Handal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handal
Where is Handal located?
Handal village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Handal?
The Gram Panchayat of Handal is Dodu Rajputan.
What is the pincode of Handal?
The pincode of Handal is 177034.
What is the population of Handal?
Handal had a total population of 154, including 68 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Handal?
Handal had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handal was 88.49%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 81.33%.