Sandas - Degana, Nagaur
Sandas is a village situated in the Degana tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Degana and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Nimbola Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandas is 083385. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.55 hectares and falls under the 341514 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sandas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Degana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandas
As per Census 2011, Sandas village has a total population of 285 people, consisting of 138 males and 147 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 138 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 68 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Sandas
Sandas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alwas | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Antroli Khurd | East | 2.45 km |
| Khatolai | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Chudiyas | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Chak Chiknas | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Sarsanda | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Doongrawas | South | 3.69 km |
| Nimbola Purohitan | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Jodhras | North | 3.80 km |
| Nimbola Kalan | South | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandas
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sandas. The nearest railway station is Jalsu, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Merta City to Sandas is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Sandas is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sandas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandas
Where is Sandas located?
Sandas village is located in Degana Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandas is Nimbola Kalan.
What is the pincode of Sandas?
The pincode of Sandas is 341514.
What is the population of Sandas?
Sandas has a total population of 285, including 138 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Sandas?
There are 63 households in Sandas.
What is the literacy rate in Sandas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandas is 41.75%. Male literacy is 50.72% and female literacy is 33.33%.