Solankur
Solankur is a village located in Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Radhanagari (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Solankur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Solankur unique in its vibrant Radhanagari-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Solankur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Solankur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Solankur is 567650. The village spans a total geographical area of 414 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416211. Murgud is nearest town to Solankur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Solankur
Population of Solankur
According to the 2011 Census, Solankur has a total population of about 2,714, with approximately 1,391 males and 1,323 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 293 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.96%, with male literacy at about 85.84% and female literacy near 73.77%. There are around 579 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Solankur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,714 | 1,391 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 148 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,170 | 1,194 | 976 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 197 | 347 |
Connectivity of Solankur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Solankur. As per the 2011 stats, Solankur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Solankur
Knowing the nearby villages of Solankur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Solankur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Solankur
- Where is Solankur located?
- Solankur village is situated in Radhanagari Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Solankur?
- Solankur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Solankur?
- The pincode of Solankur is 416211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Solankur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Solankur is 2,714, with 1,391 males and 1,323 females.
- How many households are there in Solankur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Solankur village has a total of 579 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Solankur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Solankur is 79.96%. The male literacy rate is 85.84%, while the female literacy rate is 73.77%.