Sandkheda - Guna
Sandkheda is a village situated in the Guna tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Guna, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sandkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandkheda is 498759. The village covers a total geographical area of 422 hectares and falls under the 473105 pincode. Guna is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sandkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bamori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandkheda
As per Census 2011, Sandkheda village has a total population of 972 people, consisting of 533 males and 439 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 823 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 533 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 107 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 84 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 298 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 235 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Sandkheda
Sandkheda 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 Sandkheda
Sandkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Guna to Sandkheda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandkheda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandkheda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandkheda
Where is Sandkheda located?
Sandkheda village is located in Guna Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandkheda?
Sandkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandkheda?
The pincode of Sandkheda is 473105.
What is the population of Sandkheda?
Sandkheda has a total population of 972, including 533 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Sandkheda?
There are 143 households in Sandkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sandkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandkheda is 48.46%. Male literacy is 55.91% and female literacy is 39.41%.