Sindhar
Sindhar is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Sindhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sindhar unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Sindhar’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 Sindhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sindhar is 029779. The village spans a total geographical area of 414.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144702. Lohian Khass is nearest town to Sindhar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sindhar
Population of Sindhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sindhar has a total population of about 1,486, with approximately 740 males and 746 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 496 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 65.01%, with male literacy at about 67.57% and female literacy near 62.47%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sindhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 740 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 95 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 254 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 966 | 500 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 240 | 280 |
Connectivity of Sindhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sindhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sindhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sindhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sindhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sindhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sindhar
- Where is Sindhar located?
- Sindhar village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sindhar?
- Sindhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sindhar?
- The pincode of Sindhar is 144702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sindhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sindhar is 1,486, with 740 males and 746 females.
- How many households are there in Sindhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sindhar village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sindhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sindhar is 65.01%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 62.47%.