Sandalpur - Purnia East, Purnia
Sandalpur is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Gaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandalpur is 223530. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sandalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sandalpur
As per Census 2011, Sandalpur village has a total population of 439 people, consisting of 221 males and 218 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandalpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sandalpur
Sandalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sandalpur
Sandalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Sandalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Sandalpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sandalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandalpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sandalpur
Where is Sandalpur located?
Sandalpur village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandalpur is Gaura.
What is the pincode of Sandalpur?
The pincode of Sandalpur is 854301.
What is the population of Sandalpur?
Sandalpur has a total population of 439, including 221 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Sandalpur?
There are 91 households in Sandalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sandalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandalpur is 23.23%. Male literacy is 28.05% and female literacy is 18.35%.