Sandera - Peeplu, Tonk
Sandera is a village situated in the Peeplu tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peeplu and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Sandera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandera is 092685. The village covers a total geographical area of 1615.6 hectares and falls under the 304801 pincode. Tonk is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sandera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandera
As per Census 2011, Sandera village has a total population of 2,967 people, consisting of 1,503 males and 1,464 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,414 literate and 1,553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 690 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,967 | 1,503 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 243 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 690 | 357 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,414 | 906 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,553 | 597 | 956 |
Nearby Villages of Sandera
Sandera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balkhandiya | South | 2.69 km |
| Anwar Nagar @ Bhoorawali | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Ahmedganj | West | 3.19 km |
| Chak Miyarampura | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Dhodhariya | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Miyarampura | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Haripura | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Alimpura | South | 4.13 km |
| Kalyan Pura | West | 4.34 km |
| Ilahipura @ Hajipura | North | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sandera. The nearest railway station is Bansthali Niwai, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 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 Tonk to Sandera is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandera
Where is Sandera located?
Sandera village is located in Peeplu Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandera?
Sandera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandera?
The pincode of Sandera is 304801.
What is the population of Sandera?
Sandera has a total population of 2,967, including 1,503 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in Sandera?
There are 543 households in Sandera.
What is the literacy rate in Sandera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandera is 47.66%. Male literacy is 60.28% and female literacy is 34.70%.