Handiola - Chilika, Khordha
Handiola is a village situated in the Chilika tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Tangi and around 42 km from Khordha . Kalakaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handiola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handiola is 408098. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 752023 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Handiola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handiola
According to the 2011 Census, Handiola village had a total population of 602 people, including 321 males and 281 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.87%, with male literacy at 98.25% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 602 | 321 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 281 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 40 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Handiola
Handiola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Handiola
Handiola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Handiola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Handiola is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Handiola is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handiola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handiola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Handiola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handiola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handiola
Where is Handiola located?
Handiola village is located in Chilika Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Handiola?
The Gram Panchayat of Handiola is Kalakaleswar.
What is the pincode of Handiola?
The pincode of Handiola is 752023.
What is the population of Handiola?
Handiola had a total population of 602, including 321 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Handiola?
Handiola had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handiola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handiola was 93.87%. Male literacy was 98.25% and female literacy was 88.89%.