Songarh - Sardarpur, Dhar
Songarh is a village situated in the Sardarpur tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Songarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songarh is 474627. The village covers a total geographical area of 1639.44 hectares and falls under the 454116 pincode. Sardarpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Songarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songarh
As per Census 2011, Songarh village has a total population of 2,078 people, consisting of 1,080 males and 998 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 1,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 574 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 1,080 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 224 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 574 | 317 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 511 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 569 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Songarh
Songarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amodiya | South | 2.10 km |
| Dhulet | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Ahmad | East | 4.31 km |
| Narsingh Deola | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Bhangarh | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Dalpura | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Mahapura | West | 5.15 km |
| Timayachi | North | 5.17 km |
| Karmadipada | West | 5.67 km |
| Siyawad | West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songarh
Songarh 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 Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sardarpur to Songarh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Songarh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songarh 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 Songarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songarh 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 Songarh
Where is Songarh located?
Songarh village is located in Sardarpur Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songarh?
Songarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Songarh?
The pincode of Songarh is 454116.
What is the population of Songarh?
Songarh has a total population of 2,078, including 1,080 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Songarh?
There are 390 households in Songarh.
What is the literacy rate in Songarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songarh is 38.50%. Male literacy is 47.31% and female literacy is 28.96%.