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
As per Census 2011, Songaon North village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 281 males and 253 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songaon North are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 281 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 210 | 182 |
| 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 has a total population of 534, including 281 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Songaon North?
There are 65 households in Songaon North.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon North?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon North is 66.10%. Male literacy is 77.22% and female literacy is 53.75%.