Sandyar - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Sandyar is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandyar is 018986. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.2 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Sandyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandyar
As per Census 2011, Sandyar village has a total population of 2,056 people, consisting of 1,033 males and 1,023 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,629 literate and 427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandyar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,056 | 1,033 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 129 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 266 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,629 | 862 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 171 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Sandyar
Sandyar 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 Sandyar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sandyar.
| 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 Bilaspur to Sandyar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandyar 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 Sandyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandyar 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 Sandyar
Where is Sandyar located?
Sandyar village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandyar is Chhat.
What is the pincode of Sandyar?
The pincode of Sandyar is 174029.
What is the population of Sandyar?
Sandyar has a total population of 2,056, including 1,033 males and 1,023 females.
How many households are there in Sandyar?
There are 431 households in Sandyar.
What is the literacy rate in Sandyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandyar is 79.23%. Male literacy is 83.45% and female literacy is 74.98%.