Songaon
Songaon is a village located in Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gandhwani (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Songaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Songaon has its own place in the vibrant Dhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Songaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Songaon is 475307. The village spans a total geographical area of 654.52 hectares. Manawar is nearest town to Songaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Songaon
Population of Songaon
Below is a concise population overview of Songaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,548 | 777 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,144 | 572 | 572 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 529 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 248 | 429 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Songaon village:
- The total population of Songaon village is around 1,548, including approximately 777 males and 771 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Songaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Songaon village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,144 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Songaon village is about 56.27%, with male literacy at 68.08% and female literacy at 44.36%.
- There are around 331 households in Songaon village.
Connectivity of Songaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Songaon. As per the 2011 stats, Songaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Songaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Songaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Songaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Songaon
- Where is Songaon located?
- Songaon village is situated in Gandhwani Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Songaon?
- Songaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songaon is 1,548, with 777 males and 771 females.
- How many households are there in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Songaon village has a total of 331 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songaon is 56.27%. The male literacy rate is 68.08%, while the female literacy rate is 44.36%.