Songel - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Songel is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Undrukunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songel is 430982. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Songel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songel
As per Census 2011, Songel village has a total population of 1,160 people, consisting of 562 males and 598 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 705 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,160 | 562 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 192 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 705 | 341 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 168 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 394 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Songel
Songel 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 Songel
Songel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Songel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Songel is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Songel is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songel 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 Songel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songel 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 Songel
Where is Songel located?
Songel village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songel?
The Gram Panchayat of Songel is Undrukunda.
What is the pincode of Songel?
The pincode of Songel is 764086.
What is the population of Songel?
Songel has a total population of 1,160, including 562 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Songel?
There are 290 households in Songel.
What is the literacy rate in Songel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songel is 24.66%. Male literacy is 29.89% and female literacy is 19.73%.