Songudda
Songudda is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Songudda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Songudda unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Songudda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Songudda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Songudda is 498060. The village spans a total geographical area of 1571.39 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Songudda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Songudda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Songudda
Population of Songudda
According to the 2011 Census, Songudda has a total population of about 1,377, with approximately 748 males and 629 females. The sex ratio is around 840 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,034. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.47%, with male literacy at about 50.13% and female literacy near 31.16%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Songudda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,377 | 748 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 117 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,034 | 587 | 447 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 375 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 373 | 433 |
Connectivity of Songudda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Songudda. As per the 2011 stats, Songudda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Songudda
Knowing the nearby villages of Songudda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Songudda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Songudda
- Where is Songudda located?
- Songudda village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Songudda?
- Songudda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Songudda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songudda is 1,377, with 748 males and 629 females.
- How many households are there in Songudda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Songudda village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Songudda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songudda is 41.47%. The male literacy rate is 50.13%, while the female literacy rate is 31.16%.