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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Songarha
According to the 2011 Census, Songarha village had a total population of 4,438 people, including 2,351 males and 2,087 females, living in 659 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.35%, with male literacy at 67.75% and female literacy at 43.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,088.
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 | 4,438 | 2,351 | 2,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 821 | 444 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,088 | 1,087 | 1,001 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 4,438, including 2,351 males and 2,087 females.
How many households are there in Songarha?
Songarha had 659 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songarha was 56.35%. Male literacy was 67.75% and female literacy was 43.63%.