Sandhuwa Village - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Sandhuwa is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Lordisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhuwa is 086564. The village covers a total geographical area of 1004.4 hectares and falls under the 345027 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Sandhuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhuwa
As per Census 2011, Sandhuwa village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 232 males and 211 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhuwa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 232 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 159 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 73 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhuwa
Sandhuwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Utal | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Fateh Garh | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Bariyara | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Kodiyasar | North-East | 5.74 km |
| Khudal | South | 6.18 km |
| Fatehpura | South-East | 6.21 km |
| Mati Ka Gol | South-West | 6.94 km |
| Sandha | East | 7.14 km |
| Rajdal | South | 8.81 km |
| Bhiyasar | West | 8.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandhuwa
Public transport in the Sandhuwa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Sandhuwa is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhuwa 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 Sandhuwa
Where is Sandhuwa located?
Sandhuwa village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhuwa is Lordisar.
What is the pincode of Sandhuwa?
The pincode of Sandhuwa is 345027.
What is the population of Sandhuwa?
Sandhuwa has a total population of 443, including 232 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Sandhuwa?
There are 76 households in Sandhuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhuwa is 60.72%. Male literacy is 68.53% and female literacy is 52.13%.