Songsang - Athibung, Peren
Songsang is a village situated in the Athibung circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athibung and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songsang is 268349. The village falls under the 797110 pincode. Jalukie is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Tenning Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songsang
According to the 2011 Census, Songsang village had a total population of 58 people, including 26 males and 32 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,231 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.78%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Songsang
Songsang 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 Songsang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Songsang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalukie to Songsang is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Peren to Songsang is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songsang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songsang 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 Songsang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songsang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songsang
Where is Songsang located?
Songsang village is located in Athibung Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Songsang?
The pincode of Songsang is 797110.
What is the population of Songsang?
Songsang had a total population of 58, including 26 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Songsang?
Songsang had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songsang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsang was 97.78%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 100.00%.