Sandu - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Sandu is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Pauri and around 19 km from Pauri. Tungar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandu is 045615. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.74 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sandu 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 Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandu
According to the 2011 Census, Sandu village had a total population of 43 people, including 23 males and 20 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 78.95%.
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 | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Sandu
Sandu 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 Sandu
Sandu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Sandu is about 19 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 Sandu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sandu
Where is Sandu located?
Sandu village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sandu?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandu is Tungar.
What is the pincode of Sandu?
The pincode of Sandu is 246001.
What is the population of Sandu?
Sandu had a total population of 43, including 23 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Sandu?
Sandu had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandu was 89.19%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 78.95%.