Handwal
About Handwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Handwal village is 031271. Handwal village is located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Handwal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 252 hectares. Handwal has a total population of 1,125 peoples, out of which male population is 563 while female population is 562. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 998 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of handwal village is 73.07% out of which 75.67% males and 70.46% females are literate. There are about 216 houses in handwal village. Pincode of handwal village locality is 144224.
Mukerian is nearest town to handwal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Handwal
The population details of Handwal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,125 | 563 | 562 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 143 | 83 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 822 | 426 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 137 | 166 |
Connectivity of Handwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Handwal
Where is Handwal located?
Handwal village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handwal?
Handwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Handwal?
The pincode of Handwal is 144224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handwal is 1,125, with 563 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Handwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handwal village has a total of 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handwal is 73.07%. The male literacy rate is 75.67%, while the female literacy rate is 70.46%.