Sandroon - Bani, Kathua
Sandroon is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Sandroon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandroon is 001772. The village covers a total geographical area of 1999 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sandroon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandroon
As per Census 2011, Sandroon village has a total population of 1,833 people, consisting of 919 males and 914 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 1,113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 325 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandroon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,833 | 919 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 182 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 135 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 167 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 478 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,113 | 441 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Sandroon
Sandroon 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 Sandroon
Public transport in the Sandroon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bani to Sandroon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Sandroon is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandroon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandroon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandroon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandroon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandroon
Where is Sandroon located?
Sandroon village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandroon?
Sandroon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandroon?
The pincode of Sandroon is 184206.
What is the population of Sandroon?
Sandroon has a total population of 1,833, including 919 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Sandroon?
There are 306 households in Sandroon.
What is the literacy rate in Sandroon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandroon is 39.28%. Male literacy is 52.01% and female literacy is 26.48%.