Songaon - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Songaon is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Songaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 051895. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.74 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Songaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Songaon
According to the 2011 Census, Songaon village had a total population of 378 people, including 167 males and 211 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,263 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.83%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 77.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
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 | 378 | 167 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 78 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 132 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 35 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Songaon
Songaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jairam Bakhl | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Dolri | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Salaagar | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Markuwakhal | North | 1.65 km |
| Fulai | East | 1.66 km |
| Udalikhan | South | 1.76 km |
| Gajar | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Dhudhaliya Bisht | East | 2.11 km |
| Ramanagaon | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Jaitisera | West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songaon
Songaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Songaon is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Songaon is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Songaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Songaon?
Songaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Songaon?
The pincode of Songaon is 263656.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon had a total population of 378, including 167 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
Songaon had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon was 83.83%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 77.49%.