Songaon
Songaon is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Songaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Songaon has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 565144. The village spans a total geographical area of 670.07 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Songaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 Guhagar 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 | 667 | 320 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 524 | 276 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 44 | 99 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Songaon village:
- The total population of Songaon village is around 667, including approximately 320 males and 347 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Songaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Songaon village is about 78.56%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 71.47%.
- There are around 149 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 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 Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri 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 population of Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Songaon is 667, with 320 males and 347 females.
- How many households are there in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Songaon village has a total of 149 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Songaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Songaon is 78.56%. The male literacy rate is 86.25%, while the female literacy rate is 71.47%.