Solaguda - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Solaguda is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Letingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Solaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solaguda is 416577. The village covers a total geographical area of 422 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Solaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Solaguda
As per Census 2011, Solaguda village has a total population of 621 people, consisting of 305 males and 316 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Solaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 305 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 69 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 154 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 193 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 112 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Solaguda
Solaguda 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 Solaguda
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Solaguda. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Solaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Solaguda is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Solaguda 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 Solaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Solaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Solaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Solaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Solaguda
Where is Solaguda located?
Solaguda village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Solaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Solaguda is Letingia.
What is the pincode of Solaguda?
The pincode of Solaguda is 762110.
What is the population of Solaguda?
Solaguda has a total population of 621, including 305 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Solaguda?
There are 144 households in Solaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Solaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solaguda is 53.14%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 43.35%.