Handla
Handla is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Handla village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Narayangarh is the gram panchayat of Handla village.
Here you can discover what makes Handla unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Handla’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 Handla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handla is 343018. The village spans a total geographical area of 586.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Kharagpur is nearest town to Handla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Handla
Population of Handla
According to the 2011 Census, Handla has a total population of about 3,779, with approximately 1,945 males and 1,834 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 422 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,630 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 469. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.27%, with male literacy at about 75.01% and female literacy near 61.12%. There are around 936 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,779 | 1,945 | 1,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 234 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,630 | 845 | 785 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 227 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 2,580 | 1,459 | 1,121 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,199 | 486 | 713 |
Connectivity of Handla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handla. As per the 2011 stats, Handla 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handla
Knowing the nearby villages of Handla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handla
- Where is Handla located?
- Handla village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handla is Narayangarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Handla?
- The pincode of Handla is 721437, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Handla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handla is 3,779, with 1,945 males and 1,834 females.
- How many households are there in Handla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handla village has a total of 936 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handla is 68.27%. The male literacy rate is 75.01%, while the female literacy rate is 61.12%.