Solaguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Solaguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Solaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solaguda is 428238. The village covers a total geographical area of 346 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Solaguda
As per Census 2011, Solaguda village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 218 males and 235 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 437 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Solaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 218 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 210 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 80 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 138 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Solaguda
Solaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundiguda | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Podeiguda | North | 1.96 km |
| Sandhimunda | South | 1.97 km |
| Lodijodi | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Gaudaguda | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Pandasguda | East | 2.49 km |
| Jujhari | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Kaneijuba | West | 2.79 km |
| Khutulaguda | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Badamajhiguda | South | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Solaguda
Public transport in the Solaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Solaguda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Solaguda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Solaguda
Where is Solaguda located?
Solaguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Solaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Solaguda is Kamara.
What is the pincode of Solaguda?
The pincode of Solaguda is 764056.
What is the population of Solaguda?
Solaguda has a total population of 453, including 218 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Solaguda?
There are 126 households in Solaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Solaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solaguda is 27.81%. Male literacy is 36.70% and female literacy is 19.57%.