Songawan
Songawan is a village located in Sasaram subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from Sasaram, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Songawan village. As per 2009 stats, Sikaria is the gram panchayat of Songawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Songawan unique in its vibrant Sasaram-Rohtas region. You’ll see Songawan’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 Songawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Songawan is 252460. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.6 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Songawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Songawan
Population of Songawan
According to the 2011 Census, Songawan has a total population of about 2,188, with approximately 1,143 males and 1,045 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 412 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 470 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 50.78%, with male literacy at about 58.44% and female literacy near 42.39%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Songawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,188 | 1,143 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 215 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 241 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,111 | 668 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,077 | 475 | 602 |
Connectivity of Songawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Songawan. As per the 2011 stats, Songawan 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Songawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Songawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Songawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Songawan
- Where is Songawan located?
- Songawan village is situated in Sasaram Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Songawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Songawan is Sikaria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Songawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songawan is 2,188, with 1,143 males and 1,045 females.
- How many households are there in Songawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Songawan village has a total of 360 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Songawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songawan is 50.78%. The male literacy rate is 58.44%, while the female literacy rate is 42.39%.