Songaon - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Songaon is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Songaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 533209. The village covers a total geographical area of 906.33 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Songaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songaon
According to the 2011 Census, Songaon village had a total population of 1,993 people, including 1,009 males and 984 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.45%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 82.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 658, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,993 | 1,009 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 99 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 325 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,589 | 840 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 169 | 235 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamjapur | South | 2.47 km |
| Neknanpur | East | 2.75 km |
| Rajana | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Kalamgaon | South | 3.06 km |
| Ambapur | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Chandur | North | 4.16 km |
| Sagulwada | East | 4.51 km |
| Dhanora Mhali | West | 4.92 km |
| Palaskhed | West | 5.04 km |
| Tuljapur | North-East | 5.09 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 Chandur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 km.
| 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 Chandur to Songaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Songaon is about 32 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Chandur Railway 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 444904.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon had a total population of 1,993, including 1,009 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
Songaon had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon was 87.45%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 82.58%.