Sandwan
Sandwan is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Sandhwan is the gram panchayat of Sandwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sandwan unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Sandwan’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 Sandwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandwan is 032146. The village spans a total geographical area of 629 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144503. Banga is nearest town to Sandwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sandwan
Population of Sandwan
According to the 2011 Census, Sandwan has a total population of about 3,181, with approximately 1,637 males and 1,544 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,790 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 72.37%, with male literacy at about 75.87% and female literacy near 68.65%. There are around 657 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,181 | 1,637 | 1,544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 169 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,790 | 913 | 877 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,302 | 1,242 | 1,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 395 | 484 |
Connectivity of Sandwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandwan. As per the 2011 stats, Sandwan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandwan
- Where is Sandwan located?
- Sandwan village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sandwan is Sandhwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sandwan?
- The pincode of Sandwan is 144503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandwan is 3,181, with 1,637 males and 1,544 females.
- How many households are there in Sandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandwan village has a total of 657 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandwan is 72.37%. The male literacy rate is 75.87%, while the female literacy rate is 68.65%.