Sanda - Patera, Damoh
Sanda is a village situated in the Patera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patera and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Nayagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanda is 461946. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.02 hectares and falls under the 470772 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sanda village had a total population of 246 people, including 133 males and 113 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.25%, with male literacy at 40.91% and female literacy at 32.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 246 | 133 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 88 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Sanda
Sanda 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 Sanda
Sanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Damoh to Sanda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sanda
Where is Sanda located?
Sanda village is located in Patera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanda is Nayagaon.
What is the pincode of Sanda?
The pincode of Sanda is 470772.
What is the population of Sanda?
Sanda had a total population of 246, including 133 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Sanda?
Sanda had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanda was 37.25%. Male literacy was 40.91% and female literacy was 32.98%.