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.
Songsang 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 Songsang
As per Census 2011, Songsang village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 26 males and 32 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,230 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songsang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 58, including 26 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Songsang?
There are 13 households in Songsang.
What is the literacy rate in Songsang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsang is 75.86%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 75.00%.