Soleguda - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Soleguda is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soleguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soleguda is 384995. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Soleguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soleguda
As per Census 2011, Soleguda village has a total population of 586 people, consisting of 296 males and 290 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soleguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 586 | 296 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 250 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 144 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 152 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Soleguda
Soleguda 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 Soleguda
Public transport in the Soleguda 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 Kochinda to Soleguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Soleguda is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soleguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soleguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Soleguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soleguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soleguda
Where is Soleguda located?
Soleguda village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soleguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Soleguda is Sole.
What is the pincode of Soleguda?
The pincode of Soleguda is 768228.
What is the population of Soleguda?
Soleguda has a total population of 586, including 296 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Soleguda?
There are 109 households in Soleguda.
What is the literacy rate in Soleguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soleguda is 41.47%. Male literacy is 48.65% and female literacy is 34.14%.