Songkong - Henglep, Churachandpur
Songkong is a village situated in the Henglep subdivision of Churachandpur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 82 km from Churachandpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songkong is 269373. The village falls under the 795128 pincode. Churachandpur is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Songkong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Henglep (st) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songkong
As per Census 2011, Songkong village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 102 males and 100 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songkong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 40 | 42 |
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 facilities are available within >10 km of the Songkong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Churachandpur to Songkong is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churachandpur to Songkong is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songkong
Where is Songkong located?
Songkong village is located in Henglep Subdivision, Churachandpur district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Songkong?
The pincode of Songkong is 795128.
What is the population of Songkong?
Songkong has a total population of 202, including 102 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Songkong?
There are 39 households in Songkong.
What is the literacy rate in Songkong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkong is 59.41%. Male literacy is 60.78% and female literacy is 58.00%.