Songaon
Songaon is a village located in Roha tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Roha Ashtami (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Medhali Kh is the gram panchayat of Songaon village.
Songaon has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Songaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Songaon is 554355. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.56 hectares. Roha Ashtami is nearest town to Songaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km 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 Pen Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad 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
Below is a concise population overview of Songaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 311 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 238 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 73 | 92 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Songaon village:
- The total population of Songaon village is around 584, including approximately 311 males and 273 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Songaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Songaon village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 101 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Songaon village is about 71.75%, with male literacy at 76.53% and female literacy at 66.30%.
- There are around 123 households in Songaon village.
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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Roha Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Songaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Songaon is Medhali Kh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songaon is 584, with 311 males and 273 females.
- How many households are there in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Songaon village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songaon is 71.75%. The male literacy rate is 76.53%, while the female literacy rate is 66.30%.