Songiri - Barshitakli, Akola
Songiri is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Songiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songiri is 530433. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.7 hectares and falls under the 444401 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Songiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songiri
As per Census 2011, Songiri village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 225 males and 212 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 344 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 225 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 193 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 32 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Songiri
Songiri 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 Songiri
Public transport in the Songiri is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Songiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Songiri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Songiri
Where is Songiri located?
Songiri village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songiri?
Songiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Songiri?
The pincode of Songiri is 444401.
What is the population of Songiri?
Songiri has a total population of 437, including 225 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Songiri?
There are 101 households in Songiri.
What is the literacy rate in Songiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songiri is 78.72%. Male literacy is 85.78% and female literacy is 71.23%.