Sandua - Pandua, Hooghly
Sandua is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Pandua and around 34.1 km from Chinsura. Panchagara-toregram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandua is 324771. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.3 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sandua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sandua
As per Census 2011, Sandua village has a total population of 986 people, consisting of 496 males and 490 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 710 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 496 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 39 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 387 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 109 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Sandua
Sandua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magura | East | 1.09 km |
| Torgram | South | 1.50 km |
| Panch Gara | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Kaparpur | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Kola | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Panpa | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Gutra | East | 2.40 km |
| Bara Baharkuli | North | 2.40 km |
| Nagar Danga | East | 2.72 km |
| Thaipara | South | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandua
Sandua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simlagarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Sandua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Sandua is about 34.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandua 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sandua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandua 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 Sandua
Where is Sandua located?
Sandua village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandua is Panchagara-toregram.
What is the pincode of Sandua?
The pincode of Sandua is 712149.
What is the population of Sandua?
Sandua has a total population of 986, including 496 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Sandua?
There are 218 households in Sandua.
What is the literacy rate in Sandua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandua is 72.01%. Male literacy is 78.02% and female literacy is 65.92%.