Songadh - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Songadh is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from Khedbrahma and around 100 km from Himatnagar. Amba Mahuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songadh is 509758. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.71 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songadh
As per Census 2011, Songadh village has a total population of 870 people, consisting of 436 males and 434 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 863 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 436 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 863 | 434 | 429 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 192 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 244 | 283 |
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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khedbrahma to Songadh is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Songadh is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Songadh
Where is Songadh located?
Songadh village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Songadh is Amba Mahuda.
What is the pincode of Songadh?
The pincode of Songadh is 383422.
What is the population of Songadh?
Songadh has a total population of 870, including 436 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Songadh?
There are 137 households in Songadh.
What is the literacy rate in Songadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songadh is 39.43%. Male literacy is 44.04% and female literacy is 34.79%.