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
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhwan village had a total population of 877 people, including 464 males and 413 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.58%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 70.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 336.
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 | 877 | 464 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 65 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 177 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 877, including 464 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Sandhwan?
Sandhwan had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhwan was 75.58%. Male literacy was 80.20% and female literacy was 70.67%.