Sandha - Mangrol, Junagadh
Sandha is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Sandha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandha is 514783. The village covers a total geographical area of 1707.85 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandha
As per Census 2011, Sandha village has a total population of 1,518 people, consisting of 777 males and 741 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 976 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,518 | 777 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 579 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 198 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Sandha
Sandha 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 Sandha
Public transport in the Sandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Keshod to Sandha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sandha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandha
Where is Sandha located?
Sandha village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandha?
Sandha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandha?
The pincode of Sandha is 362245.
What is the population of Sandha?
Sandha has a total population of 1,518, including 777 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Sandha?
There are 290 households in Sandha.
What is the literacy rate in Sandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandha is 64.30%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 53.58%.