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)
As per Census 2011, Songir (Khandwa) village has a total population of 1,984 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 977 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,171 literate and 813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 648 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 379 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songir (Khandwa) are given below:
| 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) has a total population of 1,984, including 1,007 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Songir (Khandwa)?
There are 433 households in Songir (Khandwa).
What is the literacy rate in Songir (Khandwa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songir (Khandwa) is 59.02%. Male literacy is 71.10% and female literacy is 46.57%.