Songir - Surgana, Nashik
Songir is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 151 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Gondune serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songir is 549601. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.46 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Bansda(gujrat) is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Songir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songir
According to the 2011 Census, Songir village had a total population of 324 people, including 162 males and 162 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.68%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 324.
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 | 324 | 162 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 162 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 97 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 65 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Songir
Songir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarban | South | 1.09 km |
| Pangarne | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Udmal | East | 1.98 km |
| Ranjune | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Deshmukh Nagar | West | 2.57 km |
| Kukudne | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Gondune | North | 3.43 km |
| Hadkaichond | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Guhi Jambhulpada | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Wangan (ka) | East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songir
Public transport in the Songir is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bansda(gujrat) to Songir is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Songir is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songir 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Songir
Where is Songir located?
Songir village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songir?
The Gram Panchayat of Songir is Gondune.
What is the pincode of Songir?
The pincode of Songir is 422211.
What is the population of Songir?
Songir had a total population of 324, including 162 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Songir?
Songir had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songir was 61.68%. Male literacy was 71.32% and female literacy was 52.17%.