Soldia - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Soldia is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Lakhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soldia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soldia is 381018. The village covers a total geographical area of 665 hectares and falls under the 768219 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Soldia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soldia
As per Census 2011, Soldia village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 301 males and 309 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 453 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soldia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 301 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 223 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 238 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 63 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Soldia
Soldia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaliapali | East | 1.47 km |
| Karlajori | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Baghmunda | West | 2.61 km |
| Khuntmahul | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Lakhanpur | North | 3.09 km |
| Tingismal | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Ubuda | East | 3.36 km |
| Mauliberena | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Banjipali | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Singharpur | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soldia
Soldia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Belpahar, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Soldia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Soldia is about 33 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 Soldia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soldia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soldia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soldia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soldia
Where is Soldia located?
Soldia village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soldia?
The Gram Panchayat of Soldia is Lakhanpur.
What is the pincode of Soldia?
The pincode of Soldia is 768219.
What is the population of Soldia?
Soldia has a total population of 610, including 301 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Soldia?
There are 134 households in Soldia.
What is the literacy rate in Soldia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soldia is 69.34%. Male literacy is 79.07% and female literacy is 59.87%.