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.
Here you can discover what makes Handkali unique in its vibrant Bhadrota-Mandi region. You’ll see Handkali’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Handkali has a total population of about 149, with approximately 75 males and 74 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.51%, with male literacy at about 81.33% and female literacy near 71.62%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handkali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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) |
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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%.