Solai - Kumbhraj, Guna
Solai is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Solai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solai is 499560. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Solai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Solai
As per Census 2011, Solai village has a total population of 583 people, consisting of 301 males and 282 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Solai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 583 | 301 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 97 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 204 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Solai
Solai 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 Solai
Solai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kumbhraj to Solai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Solai is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Solai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Solai 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Solai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Solai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Solai
Where is Solai located?
Solai village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Solai?
Solai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Solai?
The pincode of Solai is 473222.
What is the population of Solai?
Solai has a total population of 583, including 301 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Solai?
There are 117 households in Solai.
What is the literacy rate in Solai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solai is 21.78%. Male literacy is 32.23% and female literacy is 10.64%.