Handiali - Brahmagiri, Puri
Handiali is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Grahrodanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handiali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handiali is 410019. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Handiali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handiali
As per Census 2011, Handiali village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 242 males and 220 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 119 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handiali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 242 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 197 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 45 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Handiali
Handiali 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 Handiali
Handiali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Handiali is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Handiali is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handiali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handiali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Handiali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handiali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Handiali
Where is Handiali located?
Handiali village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handiali?
The Gram Panchayat of Handiali is Grahrodanga.
What is the pincode of Handiali?
The pincode of Handiali is 752011.
What is the population of Handiali?
Handiali has a total population of 462, including 242 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Handiali?
There are 104 households in Handiali.
What is the literacy rate in Handiali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handiali is 74.24%. Male literacy is 81.40% and female literacy is 66.36%.