Sandel
Sandel is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Majoor is the gram panchayat of Sandel village.
Here you can discover what makes Sandel unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Sandel’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sandel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandel is 005423. The village spans a total geographical area of 539.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185154. Akhnoor is nearest town to Sandel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Sandel
Population of Sandel
According to the 2011 Census, Sandel has a total population of about 614, with approximately 345 males and 269 females. The sex ratio is around 779 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.61%, with male literacy at about 71.30% and female literacy near 44.61%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 614 | 345 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 246 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 99 | 149 |
Connectivity of Sandel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandel. As per the 2011 stats, Sandel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandel
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandel
- Where is Sandel located?
- Sandel village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sandel is Majoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sandel?
- The pincode of Sandel is 185154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandel is 614, with 345 males and 269 females.
- How many households are there in Sandel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandel village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandel is 59.61%. The male literacy rate is 71.30%, while the female literacy rate is 44.61%.