Handkali - Bhadrota, Mandi
Handkali is a village situated in the Bhadrota tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Thauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handkali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handkali is 014002. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.55 hectares and falls under the 175049 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Handkali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handkali
According to the 2011 Census, Handkali village had a total population of 149 people, including 75 males and 74 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.07%, with male literacy at 92.42% and female literacy at 77.94%.
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 | 149 | 75 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Handkali
Handkali 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 Handkali
Handkali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Handkali is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handkali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handkali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Handkali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handkali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Handkali
Where is Handkali located?
Handkali village is located in Bhadrota Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Handkali?
The Gram Panchayat of Handkali is Thauna.
What is the pincode of Handkali?
The pincode of Handkali is 175049.
What is the population of Handkali?
Handkali had a total population of 149, including 75 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Handkali?
Handkali had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handkali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handkali was 85.07%. Male literacy was 92.42% and female literacy was 77.94%.