Sandalpur
Sandalpur is a village located in Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Purnia East (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Gaura is the gram panchayat of Sandalpur village.
Sandalpur has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sandalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandalpur is 223530. The village spans a total geographical area of 21 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Sandalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sandalpur
Population of Sandalpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sandalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 439 | 221 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 201 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 62 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 159 | 178 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sandalpur village:
- The total population of Sandalpur village is around 439, including approximately 221 males and 218 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Sandalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sandalpur village has 385 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sandalpur village is about 23.23%, with male literacy at 28.05% and female literacy at 18.35%.
- There are around 91 households in Sandalpur village.
Connectivity of Sandalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sandalpur 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandalpur
- Where is Sandalpur located?
- Sandalpur village is situated in Purnia East Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandalpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sandalpur is Gaura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandalpur is 439, with 221 males and 218 females.
- How many households are there in Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandalpur village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandalpur is 23.23%. The male literacy rate is 28.05%, while the female literacy rate is 18.35%.