Handikhal
Handikhal is a village located in Jodamba tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 125km away from sub-district headquarter Jodamba (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Panasput is the gram panchayat of Handikhal village.
Handikhal has its own place in the vibrant Malkangiri 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 Handikhal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handikhal is 430791. The village spans a total geographical area of 382 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764052. Balimela is nearest town to Handikhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Handikhal
Below is a concise population overview of Handikhal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 410 | 192 | 218 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
Literate Population | 32 | 29 | 3 |
Illiterate Population | 378 | 163 | 215 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handikhal village:
- The total population of Handikhal village is around 410, including approximately 192 males and 218 females, with a sex ratio of 1135 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Handikhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Handikhal village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Handikhal village is about 7.80%, with male literacy at 15.10% and female literacy at 1.38%.
- There are around 97 households in Handikhal village.
Connectivity of Handikhal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handikhal. As per the 2011 stats, Handikhal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handikhal
Knowing the nearby villages of Handikhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handikhal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handikhal
- Where is Handikhal located?
- Handikhal village is situated in Jodamba Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handikhal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handikhal is Panasput (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Handikhal?
- The pincode of Handikhal is 764052, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handikhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handikhal is 410, with 192 males and 218 females.
- How many households are there in Handikhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handikhal village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handikhal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handikhal is 7.80%. The male literacy rate is 15.10%, while the female literacy rate is 1.38%.