Sandwan
About Sandwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sandwan village is 016690. Sandwan village is located in Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Nadaun. Nadaun is the sub-district headquarter of Sandwan village. As per 2009 stats, Bhumpal is the gram panchayat of Sandwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 133.7 hectares. Sandwan has a total population of 326 peoples, out of which male population is 163 while female population is 163. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sandwan village is 73.93% out of which 76.07% males and 71.78% females are literate. There are about 75 houses in sandwan village.
When it comes to administration, Sandwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sandwan village comes under Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to sandwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sandwan
The population details of Sandwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 163 | 163 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 39 | 46 |
Connectivity of Sandwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sandwan
Where is Sandwan located?
Sandwan village is situated in Nadaun Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandwan is Bhumpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sandwan?
The pincode of Sandwan is 17746, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sandwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandwan is 326, with 163 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Sandwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sandwan village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandwan is 73.93%. The male literacy rate is 76.07%, while the female literacy rate is 71.78%.