Sanjwan - Indora, Kangra
Sanjwan is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhogarwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanjwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanjwan is 008774. The village covers a total geographical area of 423 hectares and falls under the 176401 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Sanjwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanjwan
As per Census 2011, Sanjwan village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 252 males and 267 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 385 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanjwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 252 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 195 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 57 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Sanjwan
Sanjwan 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 Sanjwan
Public transport in the Sanjwan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sanjwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Sanjwan is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanjwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanjwan 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 Sanjwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanjwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanjwan
Where is Sanjwan located?
Sanjwan village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanjwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanjwan is Bhogarwan.
What is the pincode of Sanjwan?
The pincode of Sanjwan is 176401.
What is the population of Sanjwan?
Sanjwan has a total population of 519, including 252 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Sanjwan?
There are 119 households in Sanjwan.
What is the literacy rate in Sanjwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanjwan is 74.18%. Male literacy is 77.38% and female literacy is 71.16%.