Songphu - Henglep, Churachandpur
Songphu is a village situated in the Henglep subdivision of Churachandpur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 64 km from Churachandpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songphu is 269379. The village falls under the 795128 pincode. Kwakta is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Songphu 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 Songphu
According to the 2011 Census, Songphu village had a total population of 244 people, including 129 males and 115 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 79.05% and female literacy at 69.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 244 | 129 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 83 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 46 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Songphu
Songphu 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 Songphu
Songphu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Songphu is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churachandpur to Songphu is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songphu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songphu 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 Songphu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songphu 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 Songphu
Where is Songphu located?
Songphu village is located in Henglep Subdivision, Churachandpur district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Songphu?
The pincode of Songphu is 795128.
What is the population of Songphu?
Songphu had a total population of 244, including 129 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Songphu?
Songphu had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songphu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songphu was 75.00%. Male literacy was 79.05% and female literacy was 69.62%.