Handawar
Handawar is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Bermanw is the gram panchayat of Handawar village.
Here you can discover what makes Handawar unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Handawar’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 Handawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handawar is 201022. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.76 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Handawar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Handawar
Population of Handawar
According to the 2011 Census, Handawar has a total population of about 514, with approximately 271 males and 243 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 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 74.12%, with male literacy at about 80.44% and female literacy near 67.08%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handawar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 271 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 27 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 381 | 218 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 53 | 80 |
Connectivity of Handawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handawar. As per the 2011 stats, Handawar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Handawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handawar
- Where is Handawar located?
- Handawar village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handawar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handawar is Bermanw (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Handawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handawar is 514, with 271 males and 243 females.
- How many households are there in Handawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handawar village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handawar is 74.12%. The male literacy rate is 80.44%, while the female literacy rate is 67.08%.