Sandhole - Sandhol, Mandi
Sandhole is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhole is 013592. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.1 hectares and falls under the 176090 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Sandhole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhole
As per Census 2011, Sandhole village has a total population of 1,126 people, consisting of 553 males and 573 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 842 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,126 | 553 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 438 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 115 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhole
Sandhole 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 Sandhole
Sandhole 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 Sandhole 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 Sandhole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhole village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sandhole
Where is Sandhole located?
Sandhole village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhole?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhole is Sandhol.
What is the pincode of Sandhole?
The pincode of Sandhole is 176090.
What is the population of Sandhole?
Sandhole has a total population of 1,126, including 553 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Sandhole?
There are 299 households in Sandhole.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhole is 74.78%. Male literacy is 79.20% and female literacy is 70.51%.