Handifuta

Handifuta is a village located in Motunga tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Motunga (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Badalo is the gram panchayat of Handifuta village.

Handifuta has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Handifuta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handifuta is 402946. The village spans a total geographical area of 120 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759020. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Handifuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Handifuta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Handifuta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 670 364 306
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 55 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 216 111 105
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 435 255 180
Illiterate Population 235 109 126

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

  • The total population of Handifuta village is around 670, including approximately 364 males and 306 females, with a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Handifuta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handifuta village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Handifuta village is about 64.93%, with male literacy at 70.05% and female literacy at 58.82%.
  • There are around 163 households in Handifuta village.

Connectivity of Handifuta

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Handifuta

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Handifuta

Where is Handifuta located?
Handifuta village is situated in Motunga Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handifuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Handifuta is Badalo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Handifuta?
The pincode of Handifuta is 759020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handifuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handifuta is 670, with 364 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Handifuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handifuta village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handifuta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handifuta is 64.93%. The male literacy rate is 70.05%, while the female literacy rate is 58.82%.