Songlhun - Athibung, Peren
Songlhun is a village situated in the Athibung circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athibung and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songlhun is 268342. The village falls under the 797110 pincode. Jalukie Town is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Songlhun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tenning Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songlhun
As per Census 2011, Songlhun village has a total population of 512 people, consisting of 261 males and 251 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 397 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songlhun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 261 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 260 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 212 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 49 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Songlhun
Songlhun 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 Songlhun
Public transport in the Songlhun is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalukie Town to Songlhun is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Peren to Songlhun is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songlhun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songlhun 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Songlhun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songlhun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songlhun
Where is Songlhun located?
Songlhun village is located in Athibung Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Songlhun?
The pincode of Songlhun is 797110.
What is the population of Songlhun?
Songlhun has a total population of 512, including 261 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Songlhun?
There are 112 households in Songlhun.
What is the literacy rate in Songlhun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songlhun is 77.54%. Male literacy is 81.23% and female literacy is 73.71%.