Songaon North - Jalalpur, Ambedkar Nagar
Songaon North is a village situated in the Jalalpur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Golpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songaon North village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon North is 167812. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.04 hectares and falls under the 224149 pincode. Jalalpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Songaon North village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songaon North
According to the 2011 Census, Songaon North village had a total population of 534 people, including 281 males and 253 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 85.43% and female literacy at 63.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 392.
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 | 534 | 281 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 210 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 217 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 64 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Songaon North
Songaon North is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Golpur | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Sakra Yusufpur | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Karampur Kolhua | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Gayasupur | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Jeewat Khurramali | East | 1.67 km |
| Shekhpur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Larpur North | North | 1.73 km |
| Brahimpur | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Andalpur | South | 2.09 km |
| Rampur Kahra | North-West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songaon North
Songaon North is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jafarganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jalalpur to Songaon North is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Songaon North is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songaon North
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songaon North village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songaon North
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songaon North 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songaon North
Where is Songaon North located?
Songaon North village is located in Jalalpur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songaon North?
The Gram Panchayat of Songaon North is Golpur.
What is the pincode of Songaon North?
The pincode of Songaon North is 224149.
What is the population of Songaon North?
Songaon North had a total population of 534, including 281 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Songaon North?
Songaon North had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon North?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon North was 75.59%. Male literacy was 85.43% and female literacy was 63.85%.