Sandhwan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Sandhwan is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Sandhwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhwan is 028593. The village covers a total geographical area of 305 hectares and falls under the 143527 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Sandhwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhwan
As per Census 2011, Sandhwan village has a total population of 877 people, consisting of 464 males and 413 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 585 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 877 | 464 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 65 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 177 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 320 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 144 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhwan
Sandhwan 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 Sandhwan
Public transport in the Sandhwan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Sandhwan is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhwan 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 Sandhwan
Where is Sandhwan located?
Sandhwan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhwan?
Sandhwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandhwan?
The pincode of Sandhwan is 143527.
What is the population of Sandhwan?
Sandhwan has a total population of 877, including 464 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Sandhwan?
There are 175 households in Sandhwan.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhwan is 66.70%. Male literacy is 68.97% and female literacy is 64.16%.