Songiri - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Songiri is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kolambe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songiri is 565762. The village covers a total geographical area of 838 hectares and falls under the 415637 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Songiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songiri
According to the 2011 Census, Songiri village had a total population of 673 people, including 287 males and 386 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,345 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.17%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 81.77%.
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 | 673 | 287 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 240 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 47 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Songiri
Songiri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Songiri
Public transport in the Songiri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Songiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ratnagiri to Songiri is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songiri
Where is Songiri located?
Songiri village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Songiri is Kolambe.
What is the pincode of Songiri?
The pincode of Songiri is 415637.
What is the population of Songiri?
Songiri had a total population of 673, including 287 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Songiri?
Songiri had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songiri was 86.17%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 81.77%.