Songadh - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Songadh is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Songadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songadh is 508158. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.41 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Songadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songadh
As per Census 2011, Songadh village has a total population of 1,677 people, consisting of 826 males and 851 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,182 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 826 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 151 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 131 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 648 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 178 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Songadh
Songadh 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 Songadh
Songadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Songadh is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Songadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songadh
Where is Songadh located?
Songadh village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songadh?
Songadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Songadh?
The pincode of Songadh is 385001.
What is the population of Songadh?
Songadh has a total population of 1,677, including 826 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Songadh?
There are 316 households in Songadh.
What is the literacy rate in Songadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songadh is 70.48%. Male literacy is 78.45% and female literacy is 62.75%.