Sandhwal
Sandhwal is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sibo Chak is the gram panchayat of Sandhwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Sandhwal unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sandhwal’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 Sandhwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandhwal is 031190. The village spans a total geographical area of 810 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Sandhwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sandhwal
Population of Sandhwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhwal has a total population of about 5,306, with approximately 2,737 males and 2,569 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 618 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,010 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 74.05%, with male literacy at about 77.35% and female literacy near 70.53%. There are around 1,063 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandhwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,306 | 2,737 | 2,569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 338 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,010 | 522 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,929 | 2,117 | 1,812 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,377 | 620 | 757 |
Connectivity of Sandhwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandhwal. As per the 2011 stats, Sandhwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandhwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandhwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandhwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandhwal
- Where is Sandhwal located?
- Sandhwal village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandhwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sandhwal is Sibo Chak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sandhwal?
- The pincode of Sandhwal is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandhwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandhwal is 5,306, with 2,737 males and 2,569 females.
- How many households are there in Sandhwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandhwal village has a total of 1,063 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandhwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandhwal is 74.05%. The male literacy rate is 77.35%, while the female literacy rate is 70.53%.