Handighara
Handighara is a village located in Purusottampur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Purusottampur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Handighar is the gram panchayat of Handighara village.
Handighara has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Handighara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handighara is 412247. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761018. Purusottampur is nearest town to Handighara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Handighara 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 Khalikote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aska Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Handighara
Population of Handighara
Below is a concise population overview of Handighara 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 | 1,549 | 765 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 299 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 981 | 572 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 193 | 375 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handighara village:
- The total population of Handighara village is around 1,549, including approximately 765 males and 784 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Handighara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Handighara village has 610 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Handighara village is about 63.33%, with male literacy at 74.77% and female literacy at 52.17%.
- There are around 320 households in Handighara village.
Connectivity of Handighara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handighara. As per the 2011 stats, Handighara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handighara
Knowing the nearby villages of Handighara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handighara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handighara
- Where is Handighara located?
- Handighara village is situated in Purusottampur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handighara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handighara is Handighar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Handighara?
- The pincode of Handighara is 761018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handighara is 1,549, with 765 males and 784 females.
- How many households are there in Handighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handighara village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handighara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handighara is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 74.77%, while the female literacy rate is 52.17%.