Songersa - Sanna, Jashpur
Songersa is a village situated in the Sanna tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Bagicha and around 141 km from Jashpur Nagar. Songersa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songersa is 433630. The village covers a total geographical area of 1361.45 hectares and falls under the 496336 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Songersa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songersa
As per Census 2011, Songersa village has a total population of 840 people, consisting of 419 males and 421 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 735 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songersa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 419 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 104 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 362 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 123 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 296 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Songersa
Songersa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarudhap | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Riri | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Bansajhal | South | 3.73 km |
| Nagam | North | 4.06 km |
| Kudkel | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Gaybuda | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Jarakela | West | 4.97 km |
| Barauli | West | 5.21 km |
| Kirkima | North | 5.41 km |
| Mudhi | North-East | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songersa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Songersa. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bagicha to Songersa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Songersa is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songersa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songersa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Songersa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songersa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songersa
Where is Songersa located?
Songersa village is located in Sanna Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songersa?
Songersa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Songersa?
The pincode of Songersa is 496336.
What is the population of Songersa?
Songersa has a total population of 840, including 419 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Songersa?
There are 200 households in Songersa.
What is the literacy rate in Songersa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songersa is 22.74%. Male literacy is 29.36% and female literacy is 16.15%.