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
According to the 2011 Census, Songkong village had a total population of 202 people, including 102 males and 100 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 77.50% and female literacy at 80.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
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 | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 202, including 102 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Songkong?
Songkong had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songkong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkong was 78.95%. Male literacy was 77.50% and female literacy was 80.56%.