Sandhana - Matar, Kheda
Sandhana is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Sandhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhana is 517531. The village covers a total geographical area of 1122.57 hectares and falls under the 387350 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sandhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhana
As per Census 2011, Sandhana village has a total population of 6,683 people, consisting of 3,460 males and 3,223 females. The village has 1,230 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 914 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,932 literate and 1,751 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,683 | 3,460 | 3,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 914 | 511 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 4,932 | 2,738 | 2,194 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,751 | 722 | 1,029 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhana
Sandhana 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 Sandhana
Public transport in the Sandhana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sandhana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nadiad to Sandhana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sandhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandhana
Where is Sandhana located?
Sandhana village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhana?
Sandhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandhana?
The pincode of Sandhana is 387350.
What is the population of Sandhana?
Sandhana has a total population of 6,683, including 3,460 males and 3,223 females.
How many households are there in Sandhana?
There are 1,230 households in Sandhana.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhana is 73.80%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 68.07%.