Sandalpur - Rasra, Ballia
Sandalpur is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Sandalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandalpur is 198385. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.91 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Sandalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sandalpur village had a total population of 907 people, including 442 males and 465 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.46%, with male literacy at 61.04% and female literacy at 48.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 907 | 442 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 224 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 218 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Sandalpur
Sandalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sandalpur
Sandalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sandalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Sandalpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sandalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sandalpur
Where is Sandalpur located?
Sandalpur village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sandalpur?
Sandalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandalpur?
The pincode of Sandalpur is 221712.
What is the population of Sandalpur?
Sandalpur had a total population of 907, including 442 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Sandalpur?
Sandalpur had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandalpur was 54.46%. Male literacy was 61.04% and female literacy was 48.18%.