Songaon - Khategaon, Dewas
Songaon is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Soangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 474350. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.61 hectares and falls under the 455339 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Songaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songaon
According to the 2011 Census, Songaon village had a total population of 486 people, including 263 males and 223 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.48%, with male literacy at 86.04% and female literacy at 63.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 486 | 263 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 191 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 72 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Songaon
Songaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mawasa | South | 1.20 km |
| Gunnas | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Dhundhyakhedi | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Bijapur | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Eklera | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Nawalgoan | East | 2.61 km |
| Mawasi | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Pipalyaghagharya | South | 3.44 km |
| Khubgaon | West | 3.46 km |
| Akawalya | South | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songaon
Songaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Charkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khategaon to Songaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Songaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Songaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Songaon is Soangaon.
What is the pincode of Songaon?
The pincode of Songaon is 455339.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon had a total population of 486, including 263 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
Songaon had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon was 75.48%. Male literacy was 86.04% and female literacy was 63.40%.