Songir - Ahwa, Dangs
Songir is a village situated in the Ahwa taluka of Dangs district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Ahwa and around 10 km from Ahwa. Wasurna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songir is 522762. The village covers a total geographical area of 1674.6 hectares and falls under the 394710 pincode. Ahwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Songir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songir
According to the 2011 Census, Songir village had a total population of 557 people, including 283 males and 274 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.94%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 65.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 556.
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 | 557 | 283 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 283 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 196 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 87 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Songir
Songir 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 Songir
Songir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Ahwa to Songir is about 10 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 Songir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songir 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Songir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songir
Where is Songir located?
Songir village is located in Ahwa Taluka, Dangs district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songir?
The Gram Panchayat of Songir is Wasurna.
What is the pincode of Songir?
The pincode of Songir is 394710.
What is the population of Songir?
Songir had a total population of 557, including 283 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Songir?
Songir had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songir was 75.94%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 65.78%.