Handima - Mohana, Gajapati
Handima is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 108 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handima is 413788. The village covers a total geographical area of 430 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Handima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handima
According to the 2011 Census, Handima village had a total population of 290 people, including 144 males and 146 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.98%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 26.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 290.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 144 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 144 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 77 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 67 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Handima
Handima is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalameri | West | 1.86 km |
| Talasingi | West | 3.26 km |
| Luhagudi | North | 3.32 km |
| Katapalli | East | 3.64 km |
| Kandhakalameri | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Merapali | West | 4.04 km |
| Tuaguda | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Pitamahula | East | 4.32 km |
| Mudumudia | West | 4.81 km |
| Dasaipur | North-East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handima
Handima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Handima is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Handima is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Handima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Handima
Where is Handima located?
Handima village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handima?
The Gram Panchayat of Handima is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Handima?
The pincode of Handima is 761017.
What is the population of Handima?
Handima had a total population of 290, including 144 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Handima?
Handima had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handima was 46.98%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 26.67%.