Songir - Hatod, Indore
Songir is a village situated in the Hatod tehsil of Indore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatod and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Indore. Budhaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songir is 476107. The village covers a total geographical area of 544.6 hectares and falls under the 453111 pincode. Hatod is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Songir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Depalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Indore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songir
As per Census 2011, Songir village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 476 males and 436 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 439 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 476 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 215 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 325 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 151 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Songir
Songir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagwal | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Budhania | South | 2.59 km |
| Paliya Haidar | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Limbodagari | East | 3.08 km |
| Palakhedi | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Puwarda Junarda | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Kharwa Khedi | North | 3.50 km |
| Pitawali | North | 4.50 km |
| Kankariya Bordiya | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Satlana | North-East | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songir
Songir is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Palia, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatod to Songir is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Indore to Songir is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songir 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Songir
Where is Songir located?
Songir village is located in Hatod Tehsil, Indore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songir?
The Gram Panchayat of Songir is Budhaniya.
What is the pincode of Songir?
The pincode of Songir is 453111.
What is the population of Songir?
Songir has a total population of 912, including 476 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Songir?
There are 187 households in Songir.
What is the literacy rate in Songir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songir is 55.70%. Male literacy is 68.28% and female literacy is 41.97%.