Soldha - Kotla, Kangra
Soldha is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Dharmsala. Sohlda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soldha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soldha is 009245. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.76 hectares and falls under the 176225 pincode. Nurpur 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 Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soldha
According to the 2011 Census, Soldha village had a total population of 527 people, including 243 males and 284 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.68%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 78.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 527 | 243 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 198 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 45 | 81 |
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 | 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 Dharmsala to Soldha is about 50 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soldha
Where is Soldha located?
Soldha village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soldha?
The Gram Panchayat of Soldha is Sohlda.
What is the pincode of Soldha?
The pincode of Soldha is 176225.
What is the population of Soldha?
Soldha had a total population of 527, including 243 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Soldha?
Soldha had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soldha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soldha was 85.68%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 78.68%.