Songara
Songara is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Songara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Songara unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Surguja region. You’ll see Songara’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 Songara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Songara is 432291. The village spans a total geographical area of 1093.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Songara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Songara
Population of Songara
According to the 2011 Census, Songara has a total population of about 2,831, with approximately 1,454 males and 1,377 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 476 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,924. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.67%, with male literacy at about 45.74% and female literacy near 33.26%. There are around 552 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Songara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,831 | 1,454 | 1,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 253 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,924 | 967 | 957 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 665 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,708 | 789 | 919 |
Connectivity of Songara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Songara. As per the 2011 stats, Songara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Songara
Knowing the nearby villages of Songara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Songara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Songara
- Where is Songara located?
- Songara village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Songara?
- Songara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Songara?
- The pincode of Songara is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Songara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songara is 2,831, with 1,454 males and 1,377 females.
- How many households are there in Songara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Songara village has a total of 552 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Songara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songara is 39.67%. The male literacy rate is 45.74%, while the female literacy rate is 33.26%.