Handal
About Handal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Handal village is 342717. Handal village is located in Pingla subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Pingla are the district & sub-district headquarters of Handal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Maligram is the gram panchayat of Handal village.
The total geographical area of village is 210.54 hectares. Handal has a total population of 2,072 peoples, out of which male population is 1,074 while female population is 998. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 929 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of handal village is 82.48% out of which 85.38% males and 79.36% females are literate. There are about 549 houses in handal village. Pincode of handal village locality is 721155.
Kharagpur is nearest town to handal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Handal
The population details of Handal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,072 | 1,074 | 998 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 217 | 116 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,709 | 917 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 157 | 206 |
Connectivity of Handal
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Handal
Where is Handal located?
Handal village is situated in Pingla Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handal?
The Gram Panchayat of Handal is Maligram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Handal?
The pincode of Handal is 721155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Handal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handal is 2,072, with 1,074 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Handal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Handal village has a total of 549 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handal is 82.48%. The male literacy rate is 85.38%, while the female literacy rate is 79.36%.