Sandhey - Suchetgarh, Jammu
Sandhey is a village situated in the Suchetgarh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from R.s.pora and around 25 km from Jammu. Kaloyan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sandhey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhey is 006060. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.2 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sandhey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhey
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhey village had a total population of 156 people, including 81 males and 75 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 65.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 60 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 21 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhey
Sandhey 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 Sandhey
Sandhey is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 R.s.pora to Sandhey is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sandhey is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhey village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhey 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sandhey
Where is Sandhey located?
Sandhey village is located in Suchetgarh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sandhey?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sandhey is Kaloyan.
What is the pincode of Sandhey?
The pincode of Sandhey is 181102.
What is the population of Sandhey?
Sandhey had a total population of 156, including 81 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Sandhey?
Sandhey had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhey was 76.47%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 65.67%.