Songra - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Songra is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bandgaon and around 70 km from Chaibasa. Champwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songra is 377175. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chakhardharpur is the nearest town.
Songra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songra
According to the 2011 Census, Songra village had a total population of 586 people, including 299 males and 287 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.10%, with male literacy at 57.09% and female literacy at 24.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 564.
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 | 586 | 299 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 564 | 287 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 141 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 158 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Songra
Songra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hesadih | South | 1.29 km |
| Mamla | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Guipai | East | 1.66 km |
| Tuihasa | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Sankai | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Kopa | East | 2.84 km |
| Dombari | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Heremda | North | 3.02 km |
| Kundrugutu | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Lota | South | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Songra. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Songra is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Songra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songra
Where is Songra located?
Songra village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songra?
The Gram Panchayat of Songra is Champwa.
What is the pincode of Songra?
The pincode of Songra is 833201.
What is the population of Songra?
Songra had a total population of 586, including 299 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Songra?
Songra had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songra was 41.10%. Male literacy was 57.09% and female literacy was 24.79%.