Songaon - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Songaon is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kherde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 527783. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.53 hectares and falls under the 424119 pincode. Chalisgaon 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
According to the 2011 Census, Songaon village had a total population of 836 people, including 441 males and 395 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.55%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 46.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 836 | 441 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 309 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 132 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Songaon
Songaon 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 Songaon
Songaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Songaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalisgaon to Songaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Songaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Songaon is Kherde.
What is the pincode of Songaon?
The pincode of Songaon is 424119.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon had a total population of 836, including 441 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
Songaon had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon was 65.55%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 46.63%.