Handa

Handa is a village located in Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Riyana is the gram panchayat of Handa village.

Handa has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur 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 Handa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handa is 489444. The village spans a total geographical area of 356.01 hectares. Patan is nearest town to Handa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Handa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 602 318 284
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 34 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 89 51 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 101 52 49
Literate Population 416 254 162
Illiterate Population 186 64 122

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

  • The total population of Handa village is around 602, including approximately 318 males and 284 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Handa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handa village has 89 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 101 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Handa village is about 69.10%, with male literacy at 79.87% and female literacy at 57.04%.
  • There are around 161 households in Handa village.

Connectivity of Handa

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

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

Nearby Villages of Handa

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

Abhana Jhamar Banwar Banwar Mihguwan Biwsa Katiya Luhari Muswa Beeja Hinauta Jugtara Paimakheda

Frequently Asked Questions about Handa

Where is Handa located?
Handa village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handa?
The Gram Panchayat of Handa is Riyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Handa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handa is 602, with 318 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Handa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handa village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handa is 69.10%. The male literacy rate is 79.87%, while the female literacy rate is 57.04%.