Handal

Handal is a village located in Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Rakkar. Rakkar is the sub-district headquarter of Handal village. As per 2009 stats, Kaulapur is the gram panchayat of Handal village.

Handal has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Handal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handal is 010785. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177034. Nadaun is nearest town to Handal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Handal

Below is a concise population overview of Handal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 154 68 86
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 4 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 25 9 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 123 62 61
Illiterate Population 31 6 25

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handal village:

  • The total population of Handal village is around 154, including approximately 68 males and 86 females, with a sex ratio of 1264 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Handal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handal village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Handal village is about 79.87%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 70.93%.
  • There are around 39 households in Handal village.

Connectivity of Handal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handal. As per the 2011 stats, Handal 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Handal

Knowing the nearby villages of Handal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handal.

Reserve Jangal Saleti Kurna Tikkar Chapruhi Kurial Khera Dodun Rajputan Dodun Brahmna Reserve Jangal Jaruhi Kaulapur Har Dogri Jatoli Khatran

Frequently Asked Questions about Handal

Where is Handal located?
Handal village is situated in Rakkar Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handal?
The Gram Panchayat of Handal is Kaulapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Handal?
The pincode of Handal is 177034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handal is 154, with 68 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Handal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handal village has a total of 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handal is 79.87%. The male literacy rate is 91.18%, while the female literacy rate is 70.93%.