Sandwa - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sandwa village had a total population of 6,584 people, including 3,497 males and 3,087 females, living in 1,291 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.03%, with male literacy at 82.79% and female literacy at 55.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,025.
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 | 6,584 | 3,497 | 3,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 831 | 435 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,025 | 550 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 6,584, including 3,497 males and 3,087 females.
How many households are there in Sandwa?
Sandwa had 1,291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandwa was 70.03%. Male literacy was 82.79% and female literacy was 55.52%.