Solapatia - Astaranga, Puri
Solapatia is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Manduki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Solapatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solapatia is 409240. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Solapatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Solapatia
As per Census 2011, Solapatia village has a total population of 257 people, consisting of 130 males and 127 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 59 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Solapatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 257 | 130 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 107 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Solapatia
Solapatia 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 Solapatia
Solapatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Solapatia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Solapatia is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Solapatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Solapatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Solapatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Solapatia 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 Solapatia
Where is Solapatia located?
Solapatia village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Solapatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Solapatia is Manduki.
What is the pincode of Solapatia?
The pincode of Solapatia is 752109.
What is the population of Solapatia?
Solapatia has a total population of 257, including 130 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Solapatia?
There are 56 households in Solapatia.
What is the literacy rate in Solapatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solapatia is 77.04%. Male literacy is 82.31% and female literacy is 71.65%.