Sandhara - Dalhousie, Chamba
Sandhara is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sudli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhara is 007364. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.22 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sandhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhara
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhara village had a total population of 63 people, including 36 males and 27 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhara
Sandhara 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 Sandhara
Sandhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dalhousie to Sandhara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sandhara is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhara 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 Sandhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhara 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandhara
Where is Sandhara located?
Sandhara village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhara is Sudli.
What is the pincode of Sandhara?
The pincode of Sandhara is 176303.
What is the population of Sandhara?
Sandhara had a total population of 63, including 36 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Sandhara?
Sandhara had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhara was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 60.00%.