Songaon
Songaon is a village located in Rahuri tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Rahuri (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Songaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Songaon has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Songaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Songaon is 558171. The village spans a total geographical area of 389.77 hectares. Rahuri is nearest town to Songaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Songaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rahuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Songaon
Population of Songaon
Below is a concise population overview of Songaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,413 | 1,764 | 1,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 190 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 69 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 2,600 | 1,437 | 1,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 327 | 486 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Songaon village:
- The total population of Songaon village is around 3,413, including approximately 1,764 males and 1,649 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 365 children aged 0–6 years in Songaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Songaon village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 146 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Songaon village is about 76.18%, with male literacy at 81.46% and female literacy at 70.53%.
- There are around 698 households in Songaon village.
Connectivity of Songaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Songaon. As per the 2011 stats, Songaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Songaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Songaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Songaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Songaon
- Where is Songaon located?
- Songaon village is situated in Rahuri Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Songaon?
- Songaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songaon is 3,413, with 1,764 males and 1,649 females.
- How many households are there in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Songaon village has a total of 698 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songaon is 76.18%. The male literacy rate is 81.46%, while the female literacy rate is 70.53%.