Sand - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Sand is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Sand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sand is 029717. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Sand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sand
As per Census 2011, Sand village has a total population of 787 people, consisting of 399 males and 388 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 787 | 399 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 241 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 247 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 152 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Sand
Sand is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sand
Sand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sand.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jalandhar to Sand is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sand
Where is Sand located?
Sand village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sand?
Sand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sand?
The pincode of Sand is 144702.
What is the population of Sand?
Sand has a total population of 787, including 399 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Sand?
There are 157 households in Sand.
What is the literacy rate in Sand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sand is 58.58%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 55.15%.