Sanda - Deosar, Singrauli
Sanda is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Kundwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanda is 503759. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.68 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Sanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhauhani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sanda village had a total population of 436 people, including 225 males and 211 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.74%, with male literacy at 59.46% and female literacy at 27.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 436 | 225 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 40 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 110 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 115 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Sanda
Sanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padri | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Jagahat | East | 2.84 km |
| Kundwar | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Pondi | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Kusedi | South | 4.68 km |
| Semarhiya Tola | West | 4.92 km |
| Jogi Bahara | North | 5.19 km |
| Bhatha | North-West | 6.27 km |
| Rado Tola | North | 6.49 km |
| Saro Kalan | North | 6.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanda
Sanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shankarpur Bhadaura, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.0 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 Singrauli to Sanda is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanda
Where is Sanda located?
Sanda village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanda is Kundwar.
What is the pincode of Sanda?
The pincode of Sanda is 486886.
What is the population of Sanda?
Sanda had a total population of 436, including 225 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Sanda?
Sanda had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanda was 44.74%. Male literacy was 59.46% and female literacy was 27.39%.