Handa - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Handa is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Kharra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handa is 206959. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.92 hectares and falls under the 232108 pincode. Mugalsarai is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Handa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handa
According to the 2011 Census, Handa village had a total population of 571 people, including 302 males and 269 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.96%, with male literacy at 91.01% and female literacy at 66.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 468.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 302 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 250 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 243 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 59 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Handa
Handa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tripath | East | 0.73 km |
| Nichoopur | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Parasarampur | West | 1.03 km |
| Maharkha | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Daulatpur | North | 1.47 km |
| Baripur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Pawarpur | South | 1.52 km |
| Rupetha | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Kharra | West | 1.67 km |
| Maharuara | North-West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handa
Handa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Eocm, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mugalsarai to Handa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Handa is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Handa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handa
Where is Handa located?
Handa village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Handa?
The Gram Panchayat of Handa is Kharra.
What is the pincode of Handa?
The pincode of Handa is 232108.
What is the population of Handa?
Handa had a total population of 571, including 302 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Handa?
Handa had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handa was 79.96%. Male literacy was 91.01% and female literacy was 66.96%.