Dunia Sandhu - Batala, Gurdaspur
Dunia Sandhu is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dunia Sandhu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunia Sandhu is 028679. The village covers a total geographical area of 441 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Dunia Sandhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunia Sandhu
According to the 2011 Census, Dunia Sandhu village had a total population of 1,528 people, including 785 males and 743 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 66.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 398.
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 | 1,528 | 785 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 201 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 538 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 247 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Dunia Sandhu
Dunia Sandhu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Thindh | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Muradpur | South | 2.11 km |
| Dhanne | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Granthgarh | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Nangal Buttar | North | 2.50 km |
| Kokalpur | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Manoharpur | West | 2.80 km |
| Dhandoi | South | 2.86 km |
| Bhagian | North | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dunia Sandhu
Dunia Sandhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dunia Sandhu is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunia Sandhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunia Sandhu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dunia Sandhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunia Sandhu 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 Dunia Sandhu
Where is Dunia Sandhu located?
Dunia Sandhu village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunia Sandhu?
Dunia Sandhu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dunia Sandhu?
The pincode of Dunia Sandhu is 143511.
What is the population of Dunia Sandhu?
Dunia Sandhu had a total population of 1,528, including 785 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Dunia Sandhu?
Dunia Sandhu had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunia Sandhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunia Sandhu was 72.55%. Male literacy was 78.54% and female literacy was 66.15%.