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
According to the 2011 Census, Songadh village had a total population of 1,677 people, including 826 males and 851 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.49%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 73.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,677, including 826 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Songadh?
Songadh had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songadh was 84.49%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 73.76%.