Songawa - Mihinpurwa Motipur, Bahraich
Songawa is a village situated in the Mihinpurwa Motipur tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Nanpara and around 72 km from Bahraich. Sonagawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songawa is 171274. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.9 hectares and falls under the 271855 pincode.
Songawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Songawa
According to the 2011 Census, Songawa village had a total population of 894 people, including 438 males and 456 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.35%, with male literacy at 67.34% and female literacy at 49.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 894 | 438 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 135 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 233 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 205 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Songawa
Songawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharaiya | East | 1.38 km |
| Kanjarwa | South | 1.43 km |
| Parariya | North | 2.45 km |
| Gaurariya | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Gopiya | West | 3.11 km |
| Joginiya | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Kundwa | South | 3.96 km |
| Visram Gaon | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Roshan Kola | South | 4.43 km |
| Gaura Pipra | North-West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songawa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Songawa. The nearest railway station is Mihinpurwa, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.8 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bahraich to Songawa is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songawa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Songawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songawa 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 Songawa
Where is Songawa located?
Songawa village is located in Mihinpurwa Motipur Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Songawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Songawa is Sonagawa.
What is the pincode of Songawa?
The pincode of Songawa is 271855.
What is the population of Songawa?
Songawa had a total population of 894, including 438 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Songawa?
Songawa had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songawa was 58.35%. Male literacy was 67.34% and female literacy was 49.86%.