Handia

Handia is a village located in Meja tehsil of Allahabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Meja (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Allahabad. As per 2009 stats, Handiya is the gram panchayat of Handia village.

Handia has its own place in the vibrant Allahabad 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 Handia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handia is 163520. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.15 hectares. Bharat Ganj is nearest town to Handia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Handia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,452 1,820 1,632
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 571 294 277
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,052 549 503
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,971 1,214 757
Illiterate Population 1,481 606 875

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

  • The total population of Handia village is around 3,452, including approximately 1,820 males and 1,632 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 571 children aged 0–6 years in Handia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Handia village has 1,052 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Handia village is about 57.10%, with male literacy at 66.70% and female literacy at 46.38%.
  • There are around 563 households in Handia village.

Connectivity of Handia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handia. As per the 2011 stats, Handia 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Handia

Knowing the nearby villages of Handia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handia.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Handia

Where is Handia located?
Handia village is situated in Meja Tehsil, within the Allahabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handia?
The Gram Panchayat of Handia is Handiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Handia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handia is 3,452, with 1,820 males and 1,632 females.
How many households are there in Handia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handia village has a total of 563 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handia is 57.10%. The male literacy rate is 66.70%, while the female literacy rate is 46.38%.