Solkiya Tala - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Solkiya Tala is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Solkiya Tla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Solkiya Tala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solkiya Tala is 085300. The village covers a total geographical area of 1645 hectares and falls under the 342025 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Solkiya Tala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Solkiya Tala
As per Census 2011, Solkiya Tala village has a total population of 3,743 people, consisting of 1,936 males and 1,807 females. The village has 635 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 781 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,475 literate and 2,268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Solkiya Tala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,743 | 1,936 | 1,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 417 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 385 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 222 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 1,475 | 995 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,268 | 941 | 1,327 |
Nearby Villages of Solkiya Tala
Solkiya Tala 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 Solkiya Tala
Public transport in the Solkiya Tala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jodhpur to Solkiya Tala is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Solkiya Tala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Solkiya Tala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Solkiya Tala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Solkiya Tala 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 Solkiya Tala
Where is Solkiya Tala located?
Solkiya Tala village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Solkiya Tala?
The Gram Panchayat of Solkiya Tala is Solkiya Tla.
What is the pincode of Solkiya Tala?
The pincode of Solkiya Tala is 342025.
What is the population of Solkiya Tala?
Solkiya Tala has a total population of 3,743, including 1,936 males and 1,807 females.
How many households are there in Solkiya Tala?
There are 635 households in Solkiya Tala.
What is the literacy rate in Solkiya Tala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solkiya Tala is 39.41%. Male literacy is 51.39% and female literacy is 26.56%.