Songar - Chand, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Songar is a village situated in the Chand subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chand and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Soukhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songar is 249720. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 821106 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Songar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songar
As per Census 2011, Songar village has a total population of 1,486 people, consisting of 783 males and 703 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 748 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 783 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 160 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 748 | 383 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 670 | 418 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 365 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Songar
Songar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hamirpur | East | 0.72 km |
| Bharari Kalan | West | 1.01 km |
| Ghanti | East | 1.54 km |
| Ramtali | North | 1.59 km |
| Surha | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Chhotki Bharari | West | 1.85 km |
| Hargawan | South | 1.98 km |
| Harpokhar | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Ismailpur | South | 2.13 km |
| Ismailpur Arazi | South-East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songar
Public transport in the Songar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karamnasa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabua to Songar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Songar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Songar
Where is Songar located?
Songar village is located in Chand Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songar?
The Gram Panchayat of Songar is Soukhara.
What is the pincode of Songar?
The pincode of Songar is 821106.
What is the population of Songar?
Songar has a total population of 1,486, including 783 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Songar?
There are 247 households in Songar.
What is the literacy rate in Songar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songar is 45.09%. Male literacy is 53.38% and female literacy is 35.85%.