Songaon - Jaoli, Satara
Songaon is a village situated in the Jaoli tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Medha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Songaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 564105. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 415514 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Songaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satara Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Songaon
As per Census 2011, Songaon village has a total population of 1,739 people, consisting of 825 males and 914 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,298 literate and 441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,739 | 825 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 114 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,298 | 658 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 167 | 274 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karandoshi | West | 1.39 km |
| Arde | East | 1.73 km |
| Belawade | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Maradmure | South | 2.32 km |
| Sangvi T. Kudal | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Bhivadi | North | 2.59 km |
| Dare Bk. | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Kumbhargani | South | 2.99 km |
| Dhondewadi | West | 3.01 km |
| Mahigaon | South-East | 3.62 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 Jarandeshwar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Satara to Songaon is about 30 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Jaoli Tehsil, Satara 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 415514.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon has a total population of 1,739, including 825 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
There are 397 households in Songaon.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon is 74.64%. Male literacy is 79.76% and female literacy is 70.02%.