Khohber - Khatarshnong Laitkroh, East Khasi Hills
Khohber is a village situated in the Khatarshnong Laitkroh subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatarshnong Laitkroh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khohber is 278561. The village falls under the 793108 pincode.
Khohber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khohber
According to the 2011 Census, Khohber village had a total population of 46 people, including 21 males and 25 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.29%, with male literacy at 46.67% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Khohber
Khohber 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 Khohber
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khohber.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Khohber is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khohber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khohber 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 Khohber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khohber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khohber
Where is Khohber located?
Khohber village is located in Khatarshnong Laitkroh Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khohber?
The pincode of Khohber is 793108.
What is the population of Khohber?
Khohber had a total population of 46, including 21 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Khohber?
Khohber had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khohber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khohber was 34.29%. Male literacy was 46.67% and female literacy was 25.00%.