Songkong - Chakpikarong, Chandel
Songkong is a village situated in the Chakpikarong subdivision of Chandel district, Manipur. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakpikarong and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chandel.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songkong is 270912. The village falls under the 795101 pincode. Sungu is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Population of Songkong
According to the 2011 Census, Songkong village had a total population of 196 people, including 123 males and 73 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 593 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.79%, with male literacy at 96.91% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 196 | 123 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 96 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 94 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 29 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Songkong
Songkong 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 Songkong
Public transport in the Songkong is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Songkong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sungu to Songkong is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandel to Songkong is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songkong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songkong 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 Songkong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songkong 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Songkong
Where is Songkong located?
Songkong village is located in Chakpikarong Subdivision, Chandel district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Songkong?
The pincode of Songkong is 795101.
What is the population of Songkong?
Songkong had a total population of 196, including 123 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Songkong?
Songkong had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songkong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkong was 90.79%. Male literacy was 96.91% and female literacy was 80.00%.