Songaon - Gandhwani, Dhar
Songaon is a village situated in the Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandhwani and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Songaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 475307. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.52 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Songaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songaon
As per Census 2011, Songaon village has a total population of 1,548 people, consisting of 777 males and 771 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 871 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,144 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sendla | East | 2.15 km |
| Ghatgaon | West | 3.02 km |
| Banki Dehri | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Jhikari Balwari | North | 3.32 km |
| Pipli | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Jhegda | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Julwaniya | East | 3.96 km |
| Barahamangaon | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Dehri | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Rantalaw | South | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songaon
Songaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Songaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Songaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Gandhwani Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songaon?
Songaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Songaon?
The pincode of Songaon is 454446.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon has a total population of 1,548, including 777 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
There are 331 households in Songaon.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon is 56.27%. Male literacy is 68.08% and female literacy is 44.36%.