Solampur - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Solampur is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Selampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Solampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solampur is 394594. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Solampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Solampur
As per Census 2011, Solampur village has a total population of 1,816 people, consisting of 898 males and 918 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,411 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Solampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 898 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 87 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 110 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,411 | 760 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 138 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Solampur
Solampur 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 Solampur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Solampur.
| 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 Bhadrak to Solampur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Solampur is about 30 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 Solampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Solampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Solampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Solampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Solampur
Where is Solampur located?
Solampur village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Solampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Solampur is Selampur.
What is the pincode of Solampur?
The pincode of Solampur is 756120.
What is the population of Solampur?
Solampur has a total population of 1,816, including 898 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Solampur?
There are 432 households in Solampur.
What is the literacy rate in Solampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solampur is 77.70%. Male literacy is 84.63% and female literacy is 70.92%.