Sandhwan
About Sandhwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sandhwan village is 028249. Sandhwan village is located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sandhwan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 76 hectares. Sandhwan has a total population of 620 peoples, out of which male population is 316 while female population is 304. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sandhwan village is 69.35% out of which 75.63% males and 62.83% females are literate. There are about 122 houses in sandhwan village. Pincode of sandhwan village locality is 143519.
Dhariwal is nearest town to sandhwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sandhwan
The population details of Sandhwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 316 | 304 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 430 | 239 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 77 | 113 |
Connectivity of Sandhwan
| 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 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sandhwan
Where is Sandhwan located?
Sandhwan village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhwan?
Sandhwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sandhwan?
The pincode of Sandhwan is 143519, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sandhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandhwan is 620, with 316 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Sandhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sandhwan village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandhwan is 69.35%. The male literacy rate is 75.63%, while the female literacy rate is 62.83%.