Songarha Kajha - Krityanand Nagar, Purnia
Songarha Kajha is a village situated in the Krityanand Nagar subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krityanand Nagar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Kajha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songarha Kajha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songarha Kajha is 223407. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 854201 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Songarha Kajha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songarha Kajha
According to the 2011 Census, Songarha Kajha village had a total population of 85 people, including 47 males and 38 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.84%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 32 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Songarha Kajha
Songarha Kajha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Songarha Kajha
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Songarha Kajha. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Songarha Kajha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Purnia to Songarha Kajha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songarha Kajha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songarha Kajha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songarha Kajha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songarha Kajha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songarha Kajha
Where is Songarha Kajha located?
Songarha Kajha village is located in Krityanand Nagar Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Songarha Kajha?
The Gram Panchayat of Songarha Kajha is Kajha.
What is the pincode of Songarha Kajha?
The pincode of Songarha Kajha is 854201.
What is the population of Songarha Kajha?
Songarha Kajha had a total population of 85, including 47 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Songarha Kajha?
Songarha Kajha had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songarha Kajha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songarha Kajha was 36.84%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 22.22%.