Handapa
Handapa is a village located in Handapa tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Handapa (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Handapa village is also a gram panchayat.
Handapa has its own place in the vibrant Anugul 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 Handapa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handapa is 404557. The village spans a total geographical area of 404 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759127. Athamallik is nearest town to Handapa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Handapa
Population of Handapa
Below is a concise population overview of Handapa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,880 | 975 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 155 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 782 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 193 | 327 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handapa village:
- The total population of Handapa village is around 1,880, including approximately 975 males and 905 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Handapa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Handapa village has 284 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Handapa village is about 72.34%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 63.87%.
- There are around 431 households in Handapa village.
Connectivity of Handapa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handapa. As per the 2011 stats, Handapa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Handapa
Knowing the nearby villages of Handapa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handapa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handapa
- Where is Handapa located?
- Handapa village is situated in Handapa Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handapa?
- Handapa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Handapa?
- The pincode of Handapa is 759127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handapa is 1,880, with 975 males and 905 females.
- How many households are there in Handapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handapa village has a total of 431 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handapa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handapa is 72.34%. The male literacy rate is 80.21%, while the female literacy rate is 63.87%.