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.
Here you can discover what makes Handar unique in its vibrant Gool Gulabgarh-Reasi region. You’ll see Handar’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 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.
Google Map of Handar
Population of Handar
According to the 2011 Census, Handar has a total population of about 2,563, with approximately 1,357 males and 1,206 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 447 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,007 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 404. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.21%, with male literacy at about 54.53% and female literacy near 32.59%. There are around 481 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.