Songaon - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Songaon is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Songaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaon is 054473. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.13 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Songaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Songaon
As per Census 2011, Songaon village has a total population of 382 people, consisting of 196 males and 186 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 196 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 162 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakdena | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Chak Pawas | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Basot | South | 1.40 km |
| Simalkhan | South | 1.76 km |
| Tari | South | 2.20 km |
| Bharari | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Tahrar | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Rikholi | West | 2.64 km |
| Kharainy | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Haroli | South | 2.83 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 Kathgodam, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhowali to Songaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Songaon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songaon
Where is Songaon located?
Songaon village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital 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 263135.
What is the population of Songaon?
Songaon has a total population of 382, including 196 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Songaon?
There are 71 households in Songaon.
What is the literacy rate in Songaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaon is 75.13%. Male literacy is 82.65% and female literacy is 67.20%.