Sandwa Village - Tosham, Bhiwani
Sandwa is a village situated in the Tosham tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tosham and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Sandwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandwa is 061234. The village covers a total geographical area of 2144 hectares and falls under the 127043 pincode. Tosham is the nearest town.
Sandwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tosham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandwa
As per Census 2011, Sandwa village has a total population of 6,584 people, consisting of 3,497 males and 3,087 females. The village has 1,291 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 831 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,029 literate and 2,555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,025 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandwa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,584 | 3,497 | 3,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 831 | 435 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,025 | 550 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 4,029 | 2,535 | 1,494 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,555 | 962 | 1,593 |
Nearby Villages of Sandwa
Sandwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khariawas | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Sahlewala | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Dharwanbas | South | 3.93 km |
| Patodi | North | 3.98 km |
| Sungarpur | East | 4.51 km |
| Katwar | West | 5.23 km |
| Khaparwas | South | 5.44 km |
| Alampur | North-East | 6.09 km |
| Badalwala | North | 6.36 km |
| Bhariwas | North-West | 6.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandwa
Sandwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sui, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 km.
| 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 Bhiwani to Sandwa is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sandwa
Where is Sandwa located?
Sandwa village is located in Tosham Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandwa?
Sandwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandwa?
The pincode of Sandwa is 127043.
What is the population of Sandwa?
Sandwa has a total population of 6,584, including 3,497 males and 3,087 females.
How many households are there in Sandwa?
There are 1,291 households in Sandwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sandwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandwa is 61.19%. Male literacy is 72.49% and female literacy is 48.40%.