Sandhara - Bhanpura, Mandsaur
Sandhara is a village situated in the Bhanpura tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpura and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Sandhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhara is 469104. The village covers a total geographical area of 2190 hectares and falls under the 458775 pincode. Ramganj Mandi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sandhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhara
As per Census 2011, Sandhara village has a total population of 5,482 people, consisting of 2,800 males and 2,682 females. The village has 1,078 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 766 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,387 literate and 2,095 illiterate residents. Additionally, 893 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,482 | 2,800 | 2,682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 388 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 456 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 3,387 | 2,073 | 1,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,095 | 727 | 1,368 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhara
Sandhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalakot | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Beedgaon | North | 2.54 km |
| Sammatkhedi | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Ledi Khurd | South | 3.39 km |
| Osara | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Gordhanpura | West | 3.99 km |
| Undwa | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Mokhampura | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Sanada | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Dharnawad | East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandhara
Sandhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhalawar Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramganj Mandi to Sandhara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Sandhara is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sandhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sandhara
Where is Sandhara located?
Sandhara village is located in Bhanpura Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhara?
Sandhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandhara?
The pincode of Sandhara is 458775.
What is the population of Sandhara?
Sandhara has a total population of 5,482, including 2,800 males and 2,682 females.
How many households are there in Sandhara?
There are 1,078 households in Sandhara.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhara is 61.78%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 48.99%.