Sandhar

Sandhar is a village located in Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Hoshiarpur (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sandhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Sandhar has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sandhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandhar is 031693. The village spans a total geographical area of 130 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144105. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Sandhar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sandhar

Below is a concise population overview of Sandhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 861 457 404
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 47 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 385 207 178
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 635 339 296
Illiterate Population 226 118 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sandhar village:

  • The total population of Sandhar village is around 861, including approximately 457 males and 404 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Sandhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sandhar village has 385 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sandhar village is about 73.75%, with male literacy at 74.18% and female literacy at 73.27%.
  • There are around 185 households in Sandhar village.

Connectivity of Sandhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sandhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sandhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sandhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandhar.

Nurpur Kana Pandori Khangurian Barial Kandiana Chakowal Brahmana Bains Taniwala Adhkara Kathe Kalkat Dhamian Bedi

Frequently Asked Questions about Sandhar

Where is Sandhar located?
Sandhar village is situated in Hoshiarpur Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhar?
Sandhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sandhar?
The pincode of Sandhar is 144105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sandhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandhar is 861, with 457 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Sandhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sandhar village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandhar is 73.75%. The male literacy rate is 74.18%, while the female literacy rate is 73.27%.