Soldhara - Chikhli, Navsari
Soldhara is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Soldhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soldhara is 523095. The village covers a total geographical area of 661.47 hectares and falls under the 396521 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Soldhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soldhara
According to the 2011 Census, Soldhara village had a total population of 3,609 people, including 1,827 males and 1,782 females, living in 825 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.59%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 85.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,616.
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 | 3,609 | 1,827 | 1,782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 180 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 80 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,616 | 815 | 801 |
| Literate Population | 2,859 | 1,478 | 1,381 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 349 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Soldhara
Soldhara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soldhara
Soldhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Soldhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Soldhara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Soldhara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soldhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soldhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soldhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soldhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soldhara
Where is Soldhara located?
Soldhara village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soldhara?
Soldhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soldhara?
The pincode of Soldhara is 396521.
What is the population of Soldhara?
Soldhara had a total population of 3,609, including 1,827 males and 1,782 females.
How many households are there in Soldhara?
Soldhara had 825 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soldhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soldhara was 87.59%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 85.41%.