Songaon - Phaltan, Satara
Songaon is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Songaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 563284. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.56 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songaon
As per Census 2011, Songaon village has a total population of 1,787 people, consisting of 920 males and 867 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,171 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 828 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,787 | 920 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 418 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,171 | 656 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 264 | 352 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarade | East | 2.34 km |
| Rajale | South | 3.23 km |
| Sangavi | West | 3.27 km |
| Khandaj | North | 3.87 km |
| Sathe | East | 4.72 km |
| Niravagaj | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Shirawali | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Ghadagewadi | East | 5.69 km |
| Takalwade | South | 5.91 km |
| Mathachiwadi | South-East | 6.17 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 68.6 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 Phaltan to Songaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Songaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Phaltan 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 415523.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon has a total population of 1,787, including 920 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
There are 377 households in Songaon.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon is 65.53%. Male literacy is 71.30% and female literacy is 59.40%.