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.
Here you can discover what makes Handia unique in its vibrant Meja-Allahabad region. You’ll see Handia’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 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.
Google Map of Handia
Population of Handia
According to the 2011 Census, Handia has a total population of about 3,452, with approximately 1,820 males and 1,632 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 571 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,052 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 57.10%, with male literacy at about 66.70% and female literacy near 46.38%. There are around 563 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.