Handiya - Mahwa, Dausa
Handiya is a village situated in the Mahwa tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahwa and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Handiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handiya is 078192. The village covers a total geographical area of 592 hectares and falls under the 321608 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Handiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handiya
As per Census 2011, Handiya village has a total population of 4,827 people, consisting of 2,393 males and 2,434 females. The village has 815 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 881 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,659 literate and 2,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 952 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 236 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,827 | 2,393 | 2,434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 881 | 446 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 952 | 515 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 123 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 2,659 | 1,609 | 1,050 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,168 | 784 | 1,384 |
Nearby Villages of Handiya
Handiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Allapur | West | 1.27 km |
| Peetliya Balajee | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Teekri Jafaran | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Naya Gaon | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Pali | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Bhapur | North | 2.45 km |
| Kherla Gadali | East | 2.86 km |
| Shahadpur | West | 3.02 km |
| Motooka | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Balloopura | South | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handiya
Handiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghosrana, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dausa to Handiya is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Handiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Handiya
Where is Handiya located?
Handiya village is located in Mahwa Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handiya?
Handiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Handiya?
The pincode of Handiya is 321608.
What is the population of Handiya?
Handiya has a total population of 4,827, including 2,393 males and 2,434 females.
How many households are there in Handiya?
There are 815 households in Handiya.
What is the literacy rate in Handiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handiya is 55.09%. Male literacy is 67.24% and female literacy is 43.14%.