Sandalpur
Sandalpur is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sandalpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sandalpur unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sandalpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sandalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandalpur is 028667. The village spans a total geographical area of 207 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143505. Batala is nearest town to Sandalpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sandalpur
Population of Sandalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sandalpur has a total population of about 1,333, with approximately 722 males and 611 females. The sex ratio is around 846 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 506 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.12%, with male literacy at about 74.10% and female literacy near 67.59%. There are around 250 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 722 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 277 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 948 | 535 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 187 | 198 |
Connectivity of Sandalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sandalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandalpur
- Where is Sandalpur located?
- Sandalpur village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandalpur?
- Sandalpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sandalpur?
- The pincode of Sandalpur is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandalpur is 1,333, with 722 males and 611 females.
- How many households are there in Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandalpur village has a total of 250 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandalpur is 71.12%. The male literacy rate is 74.10%, while the female literacy rate is 67.59%.