Sandhir
Sandhir is a village located in Nilokheri tehsil of Karnal district in Haryana, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Nilokheri (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Karnal. As per 2009 stats, Sandhir village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sandhir unique in its vibrant Nilokheri-Karnal region. You’ll see Sandhir’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sandhir
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandhir is 059041. The village spans a total geographical area of 1042 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 132117. Nilokheri is nearest town to Sandhir village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sandhir village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Indri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Karnal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sandhir
Population of Sandhir
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhir has a total population of about 6,569, with approximately 3,479 males and 3,090 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 942 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,580 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.58%, with male literacy at about 68.64% and female literacy near 55.76%. There are around 1,294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandhir's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,569 | 3,479 | 3,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 942 | 494 | 448 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,580 | 834 | 746 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,111 | 2,388 | 1,723 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,458 | 1,091 | 1,367 |
Connectivity of Sandhir
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandhir. As per the 2011 stats, Sandhir had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandhir
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandhir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandhir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandhir
- Where is Sandhir located?
- Sandhir village is situated in Nilokheri Tehsil, within the Karnal district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandhir?
- Sandhir serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sandhir?
- The pincode of Sandhir is 132117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandhir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandhir is 6,569, with 3,479 males and 3,090 females.
- How many households are there in Sandhir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandhir village has a total of 1,294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandhir as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandhir is 62.58%. The male literacy rate is 68.64%, while the female literacy rate is 55.76%.