Songiri - Paranda, Dharashiv
Songiri is a village situated in the Paranda tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Paranda and around 70 km from Osmanabad. Katrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songiri is 561092. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.32 hectares and falls under the 413502 pincode. Paranda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Songiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songiri
According to the 2011 Census, Songiri village had a total population of 480 people, including 242 males and 238 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.35%, with male literacy at 77.93% and female literacy at 70.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 480 | 242 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 23 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 166 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 76 | 88 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khasgaon | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Katrabad | West | 2.54 km |
| Deogaon Kh. | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Wadner | South | 3.44 km |
| Awar Pimpri | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Rui | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Dudhi | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Karanja | West | 4.88 km |
| Pithapuri | West | 4.91 km |
| Saranwadi | East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songiri
Songiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shendri, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paranda to Songiri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Osmanabad to Songiri is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 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 Paranda Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Songiri is Katrabad.
What is the pincode of Songiri?
The pincode of Songiri is 413502.
What is the population of Songiri?
Songiri had a total population of 480, including 242 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Songiri?
Songiri had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songiri was 74.35%. Male literacy was 77.93% and female literacy was 70.75%.