Handwal
Handwal is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Handwal unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Handwal’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 Handwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handwal is 031271. The village spans a total geographical area of 252 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144224. Mukerian is nearest town to Handwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Handwal
Population of Handwal
According to the 2011 Census, Handwal has a total population of about 1,125, with approximately 563 males and 562 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 137 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 73.07%, with male literacy at about 75.67% and female literacy near 70.46%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,125 | 563 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 83 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 822 | 426 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 137 | 166 |
Connectivity of Handwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handwal. As per the 2011 stats, Handwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Handwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Handwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handwal.
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%.