Solapokhari - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Solapokhari is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Koska serves as the Gram Panchayat for Solapokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solapokhari is 405987. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Solapokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Solapokhari
According to the 2011 Census, Solapokhari village had a total population of 134 people, including 70 males and 64 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.93%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 50.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 32 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Solapokhari
Solapokhari 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 Solapokhari
Public transport in the Solapokhari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Solapokhari is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Solapokhari is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Solapokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Solapokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Solapokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Solapokhari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Solapokhari
Where is Solapokhari located?
Solapokhari village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Solapokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Solapokhari is Koska.
What is the pincode of Solapokhari?
The pincode of Solapokhari is 752077.
What is the population of Solapokhari?
Solapokhari had a total population of 134, including 70 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Solapokhari?
Solapokhari had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Solapokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solapokhari was 58.93%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 50.91%.