Sanda - Jaswan, Kangra
Sanda is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Rail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanda is 010630. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 176502 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Sanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sanda village had a total population of 318 people, including 170 males and 148 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.70%, with male literacy at 90.67% and female literacy at 75.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 318 | 170 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 77 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 136 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 34 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sanda
Sanda 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 Sanda
Public transport in the Sanda is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharmsala to Sanda is about 100 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 Sanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanda
Where is Sanda located?
Sanda village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanda is Rail.
What is the pincode of Sanda?
The pincode of Sanda is 176502.
What is the population of Sanda?
Sanda had a total population of 318, including 170 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Sanda?
Sanda had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanda was 83.70%. Male literacy was 90.67% and female literacy was 75.40%.