Sandha - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Sandha is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Utpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandha is 013544. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.92 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Sandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandha
As per Census 2011, Sandha village has a total population of 511 people, consisting of 225 males and 286 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,271 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 225 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 62 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 193 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 32 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Sandha
Sandha 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 Sandha
Sandha 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 Sandha is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandha
Where is Sandha located?
Sandha village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandha is Utpur.
What is the pincode of Sandha?
The pincode of Sandha is 175016.
What is the population of Sandha?
Sandha has a total population of 511, including 225 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Sandha?
There are 128 households in Sandha.
What is the literacy rate in Sandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandha is 78.67%. Male literacy is 85.78% and female literacy is 73.08%.