Songarha - Lalganj, Mirzapur
Songarha is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Sonegharha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songarha is 212046. The village covers a total geographical area of 3449.29 hectares and falls under the 231211 pincode.
Songarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songarha
As per Census 2011, Songarha village has a total population of 4,438 people, consisting of 2,351 males and 2,087 females. The village has 659 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 821 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,038 literate and 2,400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,088 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,438 | 2,351 | 2,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 821 | 444 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,088 | 1,087 | 1,001 |
| Literate Population | 2,038 | 1,292 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,400 | 1,059 | 1,341 |
Nearby Villages of Songarha
Songarha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhawar | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Pawari Khurd | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Baidha | East | 3.80 km |
| Rajpur | North | 4.09 km |
| Chatur Bhuja | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Dibhor | South | 4.38 km |
| Sendurah | North | 5.12 km |
| Kothi Kalan | North-East | 5.29 km |
| Kothi Khurd | East | 5.37 km |
| Lodhi | West | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songarha
Songarha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jigna, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mirzapur to Songarha is about 68 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 Songarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songarha 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 Songarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songarha 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 Songarha
Where is Songarha located?
Songarha village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Songarha is Sonegharha.
What is the pincode of Songarha?
The pincode of Songarha is 231211.
What is the population of Songarha?
Songarha has a total population of 4,438, including 2,351 males and 2,087 females.
How many households are there in Songarha?
There are 659 households in Songarha.
What is the literacy rate in Songarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songarha is 45.92%. Male literacy is 54.96% and female literacy is 35.75%.