Sands Khurd - Nepanagar, Burhanpur
Sands Khurd is a village situated in the Nepanagar tehsil of Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nepanagar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Burhanpur. Sands Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sands Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sands Khurd is 506371. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.99 hectares and falls under the 450331 pincode. Nepanagar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Sands Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sands Khurd
As per Census 2011, Sands Khurd village has a total population of 977 people, consisting of 498 males and 479 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sands Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 977 | 498 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 213 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 285 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Sands Khurd
Sands Khurd is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Neori Kalan | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Sands Kalan | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Bada Jainabad | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Deori Mal | North | 2.73 km |
| Hingna Ryt | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Linga | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Sarola | West | 3.99 km |
| Nimapur | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Sindh Kheda Kalan | South | 4.23 km |
| Khairkheda | South-East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sands Khurd
Sands Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Asirgarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nepanagar to Sands Khurd is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Burhanpur to Sands Khurd is about 22 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 Sands Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sands Khurd 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 Sands Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sands Khurd 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 Sands Khurd
Where is Sands Khurd located?
Sands Khurd village is located in Nepanagar Tehsil, Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sands Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Sands Khurd is Sands Kalan.
What is the pincode of Sands Khurd?
The pincode of Sands Khurd is 450331.
What is the population of Sands Khurd?
Sands Khurd has a total population of 977, including 498 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Sands Khurd?
There are 201 households in Sands Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Sands Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sands Khurd is 35.62%. Male literacy is 42.77% and female literacy is 28.18%.