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.

Handa has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Handa

Below is a concise population overview of Handa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handa village:

  • The total population of Handa village is around 1,058, including approximately 542 males and 516 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Handa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handa village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Handa village is about 57.47%, with male literacy at 62.73% and female literacy at 51.94%.
  • There are around 164 households in Handa village.

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.

Surjan Bhaini Gobindpura Papra Balran Bazidpur Karail Kabirpur Kudni Rampura Gujran Ganota Babangarh Alias Ghamur Ghat Phulad

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%.