Handowal Kalan
Handowal Kalan is a village located in Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Hoshiarpur (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Handowal Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Handowal Kalan unique in its vibrant Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Handowal Kalan’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 Handowal Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handowal Kalan is 031530. The village spans a total geographical area of 203 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Handowal Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Handowal Kalan
Population of Handowal Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Handowal Kalan has a total population of about 911, with approximately 472 males and 439 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 357 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.69%, with male literacy at about 63.14% and female literacy near 60.14%. There are around 187 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handowal Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 472 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 186 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 562 | 298 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 174 | 175 |
Connectivity of Handowal Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handowal Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Handowal Kalan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handowal Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Handowal Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handowal Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handowal Kalan
- Where is Handowal Kalan located?
- Handowal Kalan village is situated in Hoshiarpur Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handowal Kalan?
- Handowal Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Handowal Kalan?
- The pincode of Handowal Kalan is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handowal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handowal Kalan is 911, with 472 males and 439 females.
- How many households are there in Handowal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handowal Kalan village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handowal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handowal Kalan is 61.69%. The male literacy rate is 63.14%, while the female literacy rate is 60.14%.