Sandhipur
Sandhipur is a village located in Sankrail subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.4km away from sub-district headquarter Sankrail (tehsildar office) and 13.1km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Kandua is the gram panchayat of Sandhipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sandhipur unique in its vibrant Sankrail-Haora region. You’ll see Sandhipur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sandhipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandhipur is 332843. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711302. Haora is nearest town to Sandhipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sandhipur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sankrail Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Howrah Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sandhipur
Population of Sandhipur
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhipur has a total population of about 2,478, with approximately 1,261 males and 1,217 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 136 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.98%, with male literacy at about 78.67% and female literacy near 71.16%. There are around 576 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandhipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,478 | 1,261 | 1,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 140 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,858 | 992 | 866 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 269 | 351 |
Connectivity of Sandhipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandhipur. As per the 2011 stats, Sandhipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandhipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandhipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandhipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandhipur
- Where is Sandhipur located?
- Sandhipur village is situated in Sankrail Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandhipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sandhipur is Kandua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sandhipur?
- The pincode of Sandhipur is 711302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandhipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandhipur is 2,478, with 1,261 males and 1,217 females.
- How many households are there in Sandhipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandhipur village has a total of 576 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandhipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandhipur is 74.98%. The male literacy rate is 78.67%, while the female literacy rate is 71.16%.