Sandoa - Chachyot, Mandi
Sandoa is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Shala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandoa is 015448. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.16 hectares and falls under the 175028 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Sandoa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandoa
According to the 2011 Census, Sandoa village had a total population of 329 people, including 166 males and 163 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.59%, with male literacy at 86.99% and female literacy at 68.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217.
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 | 329 | 166 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 127 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 39 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sandoa
Sandoa 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 Sandoa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sandoa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Sandoa is about 40 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 Sandoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandoa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sandoa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandoa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandoa
Where is Sandoa located?
Sandoa village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandoa is Shala.
What is the pincode of Sandoa?
The pincode of Sandoa is 175028.
What is the population of Sandoa?
Sandoa had a total population of 329, including 166 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Sandoa?
Sandoa had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandoa was 77.59%. Male literacy was 86.99% and female literacy was 68.06%.