Songiri - Balapur, Akola
Songiri is a village situated in the Balapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balapur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Jogalkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songiri is 529917. The village covers a total geographical area of 818.58 hectares and falls under the 444109 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Songiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songiri
As per Census 2011, Songiri village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 137 males and 123 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 137 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 108 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Songiri
Songiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wankhedpur | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Patkhed | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Bakharapur | North | 4.26 km |
| Jogalkhed | East | 4.30 km |
| Rajanda 2 | West | 4.38 km |
| Pimpal Shenda | East | 4.74 km |
| Chincholi Rudrayani | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Punoti Bk. | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Ashkaripur | North | 5.33 km |
| Dagadparwa | East | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songiri
Songiri 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 Barsi Takli, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shegaon to Songiri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Songiri is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songiri 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 Songiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songiri 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Songiri
Where is Songiri located?
Songiri village is located in Balapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Songiri is Jogalkhed.
What is the pincode of Songiri?
The pincode of Songiri is 444109.
What is the population of Songiri?
Songiri has a total population of 260, including 137 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Songiri?
There are 70 households in Songiri.
What is the literacy rate in Songiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songiri is 73.85%. Male literacy is 78.83% and female literacy is 68.29%.