Sandhida - Dholera, Ahmedabad
Sandhida is a village situated in the Dholera taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Dhandhuka and around 130 km from Ahmadabad. Sandhida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhida is 511933. The village covers a total geographical area of 1864.01 hectares and falls under the 382455 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sandhida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhida
As per Census 2011, Sandhida village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 508 males and 477 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 508 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 408 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 100 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhida
Sandhida 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 Sandhida
Public transport in the Sandhida is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhandhuka to Sandhida is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Sandhida is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandhida
Where is Sandhida located?
Sandhida village is located in Dholera Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhida?
Sandhida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandhida?
The pincode of Sandhida is 382455.
What is the population of Sandhida?
Sandhida has a total population of 985, including 508 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Sandhida?
There are 216 households in Sandhida.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhida is 67.01%. Male literacy is 80.31% and female literacy is 52.83%.