Songaon - Baramati, Pune
Songaon is a village situated in the Baramati tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baramati and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Songaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 556980. The village covers a total geographical area of 1412 hectares and falls under the 413102 pincode. Baramati is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Songaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songaon
As per Census 2011, Songaon village has a total population of 4,515 people, consisting of 2,303 males and 2,212 females. The village has 929 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,108 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 899 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,515 | 2,303 | 2,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 264 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 899 | 468 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 3,108 | 1,755 | 1,353 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 548 | 859 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mekhali | West | 3.20 km |
| Zaragadwadi | North | 3.32 km |
| Dhekalwadi | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Tawashi | East | 4.40 km |
| Gokhali | South | 4.91 km |
| Pawarwadi | South | 5.18 km |
| Dorlewadi | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Asu | South-East | 5.29 km |
| Hinganewadi | East | 5.34 km |
| Ghadagewadi | West | 5.49 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 Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramati to Songaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Songaon is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baramati Tehsil, Pune 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 413102.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon has a total population of 4,515, including 2,303 males and 2,212 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
There are 929 households in Songaon.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon is 68.84%. Male literacy is 76.20% and female literacy is 61.17%.