Handkali
Handkali is a village located in Bhadrota tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Dopi. Dopi is the sub-district headquarter of Handkali village. As per 2009 stats, Thauna Gpr is the gram panchayat of Handkali village.
Handkali has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 Handkali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handkali is 014002. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175049. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Handkali village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Handkali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Handkali
Population of Handkali
Below is a concise population overview of Handkali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 75 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handkali village:
- The total population of Handkali village is around 149, including approximately 75 males and 74 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Handkali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Handkali village is about 76.51%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 71.62%.
- There are around 32 households in Handkali village.
Connectivity of Handkali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handkali. As per the 2011 stats, Handkali 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 Handkali
Knowing the nearby villages of Handkali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handkali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handkali
- Where is Handkali located?
- Handkali village is situated in Bhadrota Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handkali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handkali is Thauna Gpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Handkali?
- The pincode of Handkali is 175049, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handkali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handkali is 149, with 75 males and 74 females.
- How many households are there in Handkali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handkali village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handkali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handkali is 76.51%. The male literacy rate is 81.33%, while the female literacy rate is 71.62%.