Pukharia Sol - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Pukharia Sol is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lalgeria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pukharia Sol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pukharia Sol is 338708. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.86 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pukharia Sol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pukharia Sol
As per Census 2011, Pukharia Sol village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 323 males and 362 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pukharia Sol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 323 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 240 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 83 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Pukharia Sol
Pukharia Sol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarbera | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Ranja | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Jamgeria | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 1.77 km |
| Gohaldanga | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Sabli | West | 2.00 km |
| Kharka Soli | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Hartora | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Bhadulara | South | 2.42 km |
| Jaypur | South-East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pukharia Sol
Pukharia Sol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salboni, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.5 km.
| 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 Midnapur to Pukharia Sol is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pukharia Sol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pukharia Sol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pukharia Sol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pukharia Sol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pukharia Sol
Where is Pukharia Sol located?
Pukharia Sol village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pukharia Sol?
The Gram Panchayat of Pukharia Sol is Lalgeria.
What is the pincode of Pukharia Sol?
The pincode of Pukharia Sol is 721516.
What is the population of Pukharia Sol?
Pukharia Sol has a total population of 685, including 323 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Pukharia Sol?
There are 138 households in Pukharia Sol.
What is the literacy rate in Pukharia Sol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pukharia Sol is 61.46%. Male literacy is 74.30% and female literacy is 50.00%.