Soli - Bhikiasain, Almora
Soli is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhikiyasain and around 90 km from Almora. Sooli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soli is 051714. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.45 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Soli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soli
According to the 2011 Census, Soli village had a total population of 90 people, including 43 males and 47 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.82%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 52.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 14 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Soli
Soli 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 Soli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Soli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Soli is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Soli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soli 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 Soli
Where is Soli located?
Soli village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soli?
The Gram Panchayat of Soli is Sooli.
What is the pincode of Soli?
The pincode of Soli is 263645.
What is the population of Soli?
Soli had a total population of 90, including 43 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Soli?
Soli had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soli was 65.82%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 52.27%.