Handjen - Budgam
Handjen is a village situated in the Budgam tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Budgam and around 8 km from Budgam. Handjan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handjen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handjen is 000707. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.6 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Handjen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Handjen
As per Census 2011, Handjen village has a total population of 957 people, consisting of 486 males and 471 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 549 literate and 408 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handjen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 | 486 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 323 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 163 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Handjen
Handjen 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 Handjen
Handjen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Handjen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badgam to Handjen is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Handjen is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handjen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handjen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Handjen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handjen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handjen
Where is Handjen located?
Handjen village is located in Budgam Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handjen?
The Gram Panchayat of Handjen is Handjan.
What is the pincode of Handjen?
The pincode of Handjen is 191111.
What is the population of Handjen?
Handjen has a total population of 957, including 486 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Handjen?
There are 143 households in Handjen.
What is the literacy rate in Handjen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handjen is 57.37%. Male literacy is 66.46% and female literacy is 47.98%.