Soldha - Namhol, Bilaspur
Soldha is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Soldha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soldha is 019881. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Soldha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soldha
As per Census 2011, Soldha village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 182 males and 170 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soldha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 182 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 151 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 31 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Soldha
Soldha 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 Soldha
Soldha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Soldha 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 Soldha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soldha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soldha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soldha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soldha
Where is Soldha located?
Soldha village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soldha?
Soldha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soldha?
The pincode of Soldha is 174032.
What is the population of Soldha?
Soldha has a total population of 352, including 182 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Soldha?
There are 73 households in Soldha.
What is the literacy rate in Soldha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soldha is 71.31%. Male literacy is 82.97% and female literacy is 58.82%.