Sandal - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Sandal is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 38 km from Akhnoor and around 58 km from Jammu. Majoor serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sandal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandal is 005423. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.9 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sandal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sandal
According to the 2011 Census, Sandal village had a total population of 614 people, including 345 males and 269 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.16%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sandal
Sandal 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 Sandal
Public transport in the Sandal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Sandal is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sandal is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sandal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandal
Where is Sandal located?
Sandal village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sandal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sandal is Majoor.
What is the pincode of Sandal?
The pincode of Sandal is 181201.
What is the population of Sandal?
Sandal had a total population of 614, including 345 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Sandal?
Sandal had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandal was 68.16%. Male literacy was 82.83% and female literacy was 50.00%.