Songkot - Henglep, Churachandpur
Songkot is a village situated in the Henglep subdivision of Churachandpur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 60 km from Churachandpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songkot is 269449. The village falls under the 795128 pincode. Kwakta is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Songkot 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 Songkot
According to the 2011 Census, Songkot village had a total population of 90 people, including 43 males and 47 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.43%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 89.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Songkot
Songkot 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 Songkot
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Songkot.
| 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 Kwakta to Songkot is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churachandpur to Songkot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songkot 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Songkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songkot 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 Songkot
Where is Songkot located?
Songkot village is located in Henglep Subdivision, Churachandpur district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Songkot?
The pincode of Songkot is 795128.
What is the population of Songkot?
Songkot had a total population of 90, including 43 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Songkot?
Songkot had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkot was 91.43%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 89.19%.