Songar

Songar is a village located in Chand subdivision of Kaimur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Chand (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bhabua. As per 2009 stats, Soukhara is the gram panchayat of Songar village.

Songar has its own place in the vibrant Kaimur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Songar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Songar is 249720. The village spans a total geographical area of 180 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 821106. Bhabua is nearest town to Songar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Songar

Below is a concise population overview of Songar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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 N/A
Literate Population 670 418 252
Illiterate Population 816 365 451

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Songar village:

  • The total population of Songar village is around 1,486, including approximately 783 males and 703 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 293 children aged 0–6 years in Songar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Songar village has 748 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Songar village is about 45.09%, with male literacy at 53.38% and female literacy at 35.85%.
  • There are around 247 households in Songar village.

Connectivity of Songar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Songar. As per the 2011 stats, Songar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Songar

Knowing the nearby villages of Songar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Songar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Songar

Where is Songar located?
Songar village is situated in Chand Subdivision, within the Kaimur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songar?
The Gram Panchayat of Songar is Soukhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Songar?
The pincode of Songar is 821106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Songar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songar is 1,486, with 783 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Songar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Songar village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songar is 45.09%. The male literacy rate is 53.38%, while the female literacy rate is 35.85%.