Handi
Handi is a village located in Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sitamau (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Surkheda is the gram panchayat of Handi village.
Here you can discover what makes Handi unique in its vibrant Sitamau-Mandsaur region. You’ll see Handi’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 Handi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handi is 469811. The village spans a total geographical area of 284.12 hectares. Sitamau is nearest town to Handi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Handi
Population of Handi
According to the 2011 Census, Handi has a total population of about 604, with approximately 325 males and 279 females. The sex ratio is around 858 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 265 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.96%, with male literacy at about 68.92% and female literacy near 40.86%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 325 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 338 | 224 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 101 | 165 |
Connectivity of Handi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handi. As per the 2011 stats, Handi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handi
Knowing the nearby villages of Handi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handi
- Where is Handi located?
- Handi village is situated in Sitamau Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handi is Surkheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Handi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handi is 604, with 325 males and 279 females.
- How many households are there in Handi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handi village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handi is 55.96%. The male literacy rate is 68.92%, while the female literacy rate is 40.86%.