Songar - Morwa, Samastipur
Songar is a village situated in the Morwa subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morwa and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Songer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songar is 236715. The village covers a total geographical area of 470 hectares and falls under the 848122 pincode. Samsatipur is the nearest town, located about 17 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 5,109 people, consisting of 2,672 males and 2,437 females. The village has 1,000 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,018 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,329 literate and 2,780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,054 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,109 | 2,672 | 2,437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,018 | 531 | 487 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,054 | 525 | 529 |
| Literate Population | 2,329 | 1,453 | 876 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,780 | 1,219 | 1,561 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur | East | 0.96 km |
| Nisfi | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Mathura Pur | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Amritpur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Kamtaul | West | 1.82 km |
| Madhopur Digharua | North | 1.98 km |
| Benua | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Nikaspur | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Chak Pahar | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Chandauli | East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songar
Songar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karpurigram, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samsatipur to Songar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Songar is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songar
Where is Songar located?
Songar village is located in Morwa Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songar?
The Gram Panchayat of Songar is Songer.
What is the pincode of Songar?
The pincode of Songar is 848122.
What is the population of Songar?
Songar has a total population of 5,109, including 2,672 males and 2,437 females.
How many households are there in Songar?
There are 1,000 households in Songar.
What is the literacy rate in Songar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songar is 45.59%. Male literacy is 54.38% and female literacy is 35.95%.