Sanghera - Batala, Gurdaspur
Sanghera is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Sanghera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanghera is 028855. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 143514 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Sanghera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sanghera
According to the 2011 Census, Sanghera village had a total population of 945 people, including 486 males and 459 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.37%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 72.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 348.
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 | 945 | 486 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 174 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 356 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 130 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Sanghera
Sanghera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basant Kot | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Chandu Manj | East | 1.52 km |
| Akarpura | South | 1.57 km |
| Shah Shamas | North | 1.71 km |
| Mamman | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Dhianpur | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Umarwala | East | 2.73 km |
| Dhawan | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Chandu Suja | West | 3.00 km |
| Chainewal | East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanghera
Sanghera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sanghera is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanghera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanghera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanghera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanghera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sanghera
Where is Sanghera located?
Sanghera village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanghera?
Sanghera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sanghera?
The pincode of Sanghera is 143514.
What is the population of Sanghera?
Sanghera had a total population of 945, including 486 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Sanghera?
Sanghera had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanghera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanghera was 77.37%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 72.26%.