Sandali - Arki, Solan
Sandali is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Palania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandali is 020233. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sandali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandali
According to the 2011 Census, Sandali village had a total population of 46 people, including 31 males and 15 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 484 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.40%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 92.86%.
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 | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Sandali
Sandali 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 Sandali
Sandali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Sandali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandali 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 Sandali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandali
Where is Sandali located?
Sandali village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandali is Palania.
What is the pincode of Sandali?
The pincode of Sandali is 173208.
What is the population of Sandali?
Sandali had a total population of 46, including 31 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Sandali?
Sandali had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandali was 81.40%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 92.86%.