Sand
Sand is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sand unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Sand’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 Sand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sand is 029717. The village spans a total geographical area of 156 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144702. Shahkot is nearest town to Sand village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sand
Population of Sand
According to the 2011 Census, Sand has a total population of about 787, with approximately 399 males and 388 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 473 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 58.58%, with male literacy at about 61.90% and female literacy near 55.15%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 787 | 399 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 241 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 461 | 247 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 152 | 174 |
Connectivity of Sand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sand. As per the 2011 stats, Sand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sand
Knowing the nearby villages of Sand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sand.
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%.