Sandalpur
Sandalpur is a village located in Potashpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Pratapdighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sandalpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Argoal is the gram panchayat of Sandalpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sandalpur unique in its vibrant Potashpur Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sandalpur’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 Sandalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandalpur is 345197. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721444. Egra is nearest town to Sandalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sandalpur
Population of Sandalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sandalpur has a total population of about 3,079, with approximately 1,588 males and 1,491 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 416 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 318 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 76.52%, with male literacy at about 80.86% and female literacy near 71.90%. There are around 706 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,079 | 1,588 | 1,491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 229 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 159 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,356 | 1,284 | 1,072 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 304 | 419 |
Connectivity of Sandalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sandalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandalpur
- Where is Sandalpur located?
- Sandalpur village is situated in Potashpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandalpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sandalpur is Argoal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sandalpur?
- The pincode of Sandalpur is 721444, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandalpur is 3,079, with 1,588 males and 1,491 females.
- How many households are there in Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandalpur village has a total of 706 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandalpur is 76.52%. The male literacy rate is 80.86%, while the female literacy rate is 71.90%.