Handa
Handa is a village located in Moonak tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Moonak (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Handa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Handa unique in its vibrant Moonak-Sangrur 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 039933. The village spans a total geographical area of 435 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148033. Moonak is nearest town to Handa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Handa
Population of Handa
According to the 2011 Census, Handa has a total population of about 1,058, with approximately 542 males and 516 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 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 57.47%, with male literacy at about 62.73% and female literacy near 51.94%. There are around 164 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 | 1,058 | 542 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 608 | 340 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 202 | 248 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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 Moonak Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handa?
- Handa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Handa?
- The pincode of Handa is 148033, 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 1,058, with 542 males and 516 females.
- How many households are there in Handa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handa village has a total of 164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handa is 57.47%. The male literacy rate is 62.73%, while the female literacy rate is 51.94%.