Sand
About Sand
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sand village is 029717. Sand village is located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Sand village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 156 hectares. Sand has a total population of 787 peoples, out of which male population is 399 while female population is 388. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sand village is 58.58% out of which 61.90% males and 55.15% females are literate. There are about 157 houses in sand village. Pincode of sand village locality is 144702.
Shahkot is nearest town to sand village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sand
The population details of Sand 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 | 787 | 399 | 388 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 473 | 241 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 461 | 247 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 152 | 174 |
Connectivity of Sand
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sand
Where is Sand located?
Sand village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sand?
Sand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sand?
The pincode of Sand is 144702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sand is 787, with 399 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Sand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sand village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sand is 58.58%. The male literacy rate is 61.90%, while the female literacy rate is 55.15%.