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.
Here you can discover what makes Handa unique in its vibrant Patan-Jabalpur region. You’ll see Handa’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 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.
Google Map of Handa
Population of Handa
According to the 2011 Census, Handa has a total population of about 602, with approximately 318 males and 284 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 101. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.10%, with male literacy at about 79.87% and female literacy near 57.04%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.