Songaon
Songaon is a village located in Niphad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Niphad (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Songaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Songaon unique in its vibrant Niphad-Nashik region. You’ll see Songaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Songaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Songaon is 551384. The village spans a total geographical area of 829.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422210. Nashik is nearest town to Songaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Songaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Niphad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Songaon
Population of Songaon
According to the 2011 Census, Songaon has a total population of about 3,567, with approximately 1,843 males and 1,724 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 83 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 251. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.88%, with male literacy at about 85.35% and female literacy near 76.10%. There are around 625 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Songaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,567 | 1,843 | 1,724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 177 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 127 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 2,885 | 1,573 | 1,312 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 270 | 412 |
Connectivity of Songaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Songaon. As per the 2011 stats, Songaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Songaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Songaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Songaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Songaon
- Where is Songaon located?
- Songaon village is situated in Niphad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Songaon?
- Songaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Songaon?
- The pincode of Songaon is 422210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songaon is 3,567, with 1,843 males and 1,724 females.
- How many households are there in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Songaon village has a total of 625 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songaon is 80.88%. The male literacy rate is 85.35%, while the female literacy rate is 76.10%.