Sandan - Sujangarh, Churu
Sandan is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Khariya Kaniram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandan is 070826. The village covers a total geographical area of 1357.88 hectares and falls under the 331506 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sandan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandan
As per Census 2011, Sandan village has a total population of 1,652 people, consisting of 836 males and 816 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 927 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,652 | 836 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 140 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 175 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 927 | 559 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 277 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Sandan
Sandan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malasi | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Khariya Kaniram | South | 3.99 km |
| Chacheewad Chhota | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Nyama | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Jethwan Ka Bas | East | 5.34 km |
| Chacheewad Bara | North | 5.58 km |
| Khuri | West | 6.35 km |
| Dhakawali | North-West | 6.55 km |
| Batranau | East | 7.64 km |
| Dantru | North-East | 7.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandan
Public transport in the Sandan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parhihara, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sujangarh to Sandan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Sandan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandan 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 Sandan
Where is Sandan located?
Sandan village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandan is Khariya Kaniram.
What is the pincode of Sandan?
The pincode of Sandan is 331506.
What is the population of Sandan?
Sandan has a total population of 1,652, including 836 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Sandan?
There are 303 households in Sandan.
What is the literacy rate in Sandan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandan is 56.11%. Male literacy is 66.87% and female literacy is 45.10%.