Sandhra
Sandhra is a village located in Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Hoshiarpur (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sandhra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sandhra unique in its vibrant Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sandhra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sandhra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandhra is 031705. The village spans a total geographical area of 344 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144105. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Sandhra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sandhra
Population of Sandhra
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhra has a total population of about 1,287, with approximately 663 males and 624 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 658 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.14%, with male literacy at about 78.73% and female literacy near 71.31%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandhra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,287 | 663 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 332 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 967 | 522 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 141 | 179 |
Connectivity of Sandhra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandhra. As per the 2011 stats, Sandhra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandhra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandhra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandhra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandhra
- Where is Sandhra located?
- Sandhra village is situated in Hoshiarpur Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandhra?
- Sandhra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sandhra?
- The pincode of Sandhra is 144105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandhra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandhra is 1,287, with 663 males and 624 females.
- How many households are there in Sandhra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandhra village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandhra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandhra is 75.14%. The male literacy rate is 78.73%, while the female literacy rate is 71.31%.