Sandoa - Katoula, Mandi
Sandoa is a village situated in the Katoula tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Mandi. Kataula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandoa is 014408. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.31 hectares and falls under the 175005 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Sandoa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang 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 429 people, including 230 males and 199 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.47%, with male literacy at 78.84% and female literacy at 63.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 429 | 230 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 41 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 127 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 149 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 81 | 80 |
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
Sandoa 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 Mandi to Sandoa is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sandoa
Where is Sandoa located?
Sandoa village is located in Katoula Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sandoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandoa is Kataula.
What is the pincode of Sandoa?
The pincode of Sandoa is 175005.
What is the population of Sandoa?
Sandoa had a total population of 429, including 230 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Sandoa?
Sandoa had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandoa was 71.47%. Male literacy was 78.84% and female literacy was 63.98%.