Handar

Handar is a village located in Gool Gulabgarh tehsil of Reasi district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gool-gulabgarh (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Reasi.

Handar has its own place in the vibrant Reasi 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 Handar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handar is 005209. The village spans a total geographical area of 1036.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182313. Reasi is nearest town to Handar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Handar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,563 1,357 1,206
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 447 238 209
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,007 528 479
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 404 218 186
Literate Population 1,133 740 393
Illiterate Population 1,430 617 813

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

  • The total population of Handar village is around 2,563, including approximately 1,357 males and 1,206 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 447 children aged 0–6 years in Handar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handar village has 1,007 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 404 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Handar village is about 44.21%, with male literacy at 54.53% and female literacy at 32.59%.
  • There are around 481 households in Handar village.

Connectivity of Handar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handar. As per the 2011 stats, Handar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Handar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Handar

Where is Handar located?
Handar village is situated in Gool Gulabgarh Tehsil, within the Reasi district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Handar?
The pincode of Handar is 182313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handar is 2,563, with 1,357 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Handar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handar village has a total of 481 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handar is 44.21%. The male literacy rate is 54.53%, while the female literacy rate is 32.59%.