Songir (Khandwa) - Chhaigaon Makhan, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Songir (Khandwa) is a village situated in the Chhaigaon Makhan tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Pandhana and around 17 km from Khandwa. Songeer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songir (Khandwa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songir (Khandwa) is 506093. The village covers a total geographical area of 544 hectares and falls under the 450661 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Songir (Khandwa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songir (Khandwa)
According to the 2011 Census, Songir (Khandwa) village had a total population of 1,984 people, including 1,007 males and 977 females, living in 433 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.25%, with male literacy at 84.33% and female literacy at 54.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 648, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 379.
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 | 1,984 | 1,007 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 158 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 328 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 195 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 1,171 | 716 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 291 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Songir (Khandwa)
Songir (Khandwa) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Songir (Khandwa)
Songir (Khandwa) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pandhana to Songir (Khandwa) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Songir (Khandwa) is about 17 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 (Khandwa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songir (Khandwa) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Songir (Khandwa)
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 (Khandwa) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songir (Khandwa)
Where is Songir (Khandwa) located?
Songir (Khandwa) village is located in Chhaigaon Makhan Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songir (Khandwa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Songir (Khandwa) is Songeer.
What is the pincode of Songir (Khandwa)?
The pincode of Songir (Khandwa) is 450661.
What is the population of Songir (Khandwa)?
Songir (Khandwa) had a total population of 1,984, including 1,007 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Songir (Khandwa)?
Songir (Khandwa) had 433 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songir (Khandwa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songir (Khandwa) was 69.25%. Male literacy was 84.33% and female literacy was 54.04%.