Soliya - Kotda Sangani, Rajkot
Soliya is a village situated in the Kotda Sangani taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotda Sangani and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Soliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soliya is 513067. The village covers a total geographical area of 702.88 hectares and falls under the 360030 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Soliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soliya
According to the 2011 Census, Soliya village had a total population of 1,090 people, including 555 males and 535 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.12%, with male literacy at 82.79% and female literacy at 71.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 1,090 | 555 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 738 | 404 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 151 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Soliya
Soliya 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 Soliya
Soliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Soliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Soliya is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Soliya is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Soliya
Where is Soliya located?
Soliya village is located in Kotda Sangani Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soliya?
Soliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soliya?
The pincode of Soliya is 360030.
What is the population of Soliya?
Soliya had a total population of 1,090, including 555 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Soliya?
Soliya had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soliya was 77.12%. Male literacy was 82.79% and female literacy was 71.22%.