Sandia - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Sandia is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Birhana Buzurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandia is 132716. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.76 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sandia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandia
As per Census 2011, Sandia village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 265 males and 221 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 265 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 64 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 181 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 84 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Sandia
Sandia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anwa Buzurg | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Ajodhpur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Bhagwantapur | East | 1.51 km |
| Natiura | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Bargrha | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Maksoodpur | North | 2.14 km |
| Birhana Buzurg | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Isapur | West | 2.63 km |
| Kadherchaura | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Udhavpur | East | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandia
Sandia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Zindpura, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Sandia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Sandia 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 Sandia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sandia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sandia
Where is Sandia located?
Sandia village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandia is Birhana Buzurg.
What is the pincode of Sandia?
The pincode of Sandia is 242401.
What is the population of Sandia?
Sandia has a total population of 486, including 265 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Sandia?
There are 83 households in Sandia.
What is the literacy rate in Sandia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandia is 62.35%. Male literacy is 68.30% and female literacy is 55.20%.