Sandholi - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Sandholi is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Chuniya Farm serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandholi is 058440. The village covers a total geographical area of 904 hectares and falls under the 136128 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Sandholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandholi
As per Census 2011, Sandholi village has a total population of 3,166 people, consisting of 1,636 males and 1,530 females. The village has 651 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,009 literate and 1,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,166 | 1,636 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 210 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,186 | 606 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,120 | 889 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,157 | 516 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Sandholi
Sandholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandhola | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Nikatpura | East | 2.89 km |
| Balochpura | North | 3.03 km |
| Murtazapur | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Urnai | North | 4.03 km |
| Pehowa | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Asmanpur | West | 4.39 km |
| Bibipur Kalan | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Batheri | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Ruan | South | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandholi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sandholi. The nearest railway station is Pabnawa Jasmahinder Halt, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Sandholi is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandholi
Where is Sandholi located?
Sandholi village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandholi is Chuniya Farm.
What is the pincode of Sandholi?
The pincode of Sandholi is 136128.
What is the population of Sandholi?
Sandholi has a total population of 3,166, including 1,636 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Sandholi?
There are 651 households in Sandholi.
What is the literacy rate in Sandholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandholi is 63.46%. Male literacy is 68.46% and female literacy is 58.10%.