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
As per Census 2011, Solapokhari village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 70 males and 64 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 66 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Solapokhari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 134, including 70 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Solapokhari?
There are 33 households in Solapokhari.
What is the literacy rate in Solapokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solapokhari is 49.25%. Male literacy is 54.29% and female literacy is 43.75%.