Handa
Handa is a village located in Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 136km away from sub-district headquarter Bangiriposi (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Bangriposi is the gram panchayat of Handa village.
Here you can discover what makes Handa unique in its vibrant Bangiriposi-Mayurbhanj region. You’ll see Handa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Handa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handa is 389472. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757032. Baripada is nearest town to Handa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Handa
Population of Handa
According to the 2011 Census, Handa has a total population of about 2,738, with approximately 1,292 males and 1,446 females. The sex ratio is around 1119 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 287 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 374 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 786. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.47%, with male literacy at about 78.79% and female literacy near 70.61%. There are around 663 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,738 | 1,292 | 1,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 143 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 167 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 786 | 329 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 2,039 | 1,018 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 274 | 425 |
Connectivity of Handa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handa. As per the 2011 stats, Handa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Handa
Knowing the nearby villages of Handa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handa
- Where is Handa located?
- Handa village is situated in Bangiriposi Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handa is Bangriposi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Handa?
- The pincode of Handa is 757032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handa is 2,738, with 1,292 males and 1,446 females.
- How many households are there in Handa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handa village has a total of 663 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handa is 74.47%. The male literacy rate is 78.79%, while the female literacy rate is 70.61%.