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
According to the 2011 Census, Sandha village had a total population of 1,518 people, including 777 males and 741 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.44%, with male literacy at 84.90% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,518, including 777 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Sandha?
Sandha had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandha was 73.44%. Male literacy was 84.90% and female literacy was 61.36%.