Songaon - Anjangaon Surji, Amravati
Songaon is a village situated in the Anjangaon Surji tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjangaon Surji and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Songaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 531809. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.13 hectares and falls under the 444705 pincode. Anjangaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Songaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songaon
As per Census 2011, Songaon village has a total population of 707 people, consisting of 349 males and 358 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 349 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 286 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 63 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Songaon
Songaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalgavhan | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Saray | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Khirgavhan | West | 2.52 km |
| Kapustalni | North | 2.75 km |
| Ratanpur Jogarda | East | 3.30 km |
| Samsherpur | West | 3.30 km |
| Malkapur Kh. | South | 3.32 km |
| Murha Kh. | West | 3.58 km |
| Nimbhari | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Ekalara | East | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songaon
Songaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjangaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjangaon to Songaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Songaon is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Songaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Anjangaon Surji Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songaon?
Songaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Songaon?
The pincode of Songaon is 444705.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon has a total population of 707, including 349 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
There are 171 households in Songaon.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon is 75.25%. Male literacy is 81.95% and female literacy is 68.72%.