Soladang - Habibpur, Malda
Soladang is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from Habibpur and around 16.6 km from English Bazar. Bulbulchandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soladang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soladang is 313134. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.95 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Soladang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soladang
According to the 2011 Census, Soladang village had a total population of 1,809 people, including 933 males and 876 females, living in 425 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.40%, with male literacy at 77.58% and female literacy at 64.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,415, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,809 | 933 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 81 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,415 | 732 | 683 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,171 | 661 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 272 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Soladang
Soladang is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahar Langi | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Mohanpur Inlis | North | 1.64 km |
| Darajpur | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Talpukur | East | 2.04 km |
| Dolmalpur | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Dhala Kandar | East | 2.50 km |
| Kassiadanga | North | 2.50 km |
| Sahapur | North | 2.54 km |
| Upar Kendua | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Telipukur | East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soladang
Soladang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Englishbazar to Soladang is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Soladang is about 16.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soladang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soladang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soladang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soladang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soladang
Where is Soladang located?
Soladang village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soladang?
The Gram Panchayat of Soladang is Bulbulchandi.
What is the pincode of Soladang?
The pincode of Soladang is 732122.
What is the population of Soladang?
Soladang had a total population of 1,809, including 933 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Soladang?
Soladang had 425 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soladang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soladang was 71.40%. Male literacy was 77.58% and female literacy was 64.72%.