Sohlwai

Sohlwai is a village located in Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Mawphlang (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Sohlwai has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sohlwai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohlwai is 278079. Mawphlang is nearest town to Sohlwai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sohlwai

Below is a concise population overview of Sohlwai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 233 125 108
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 40 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 232 124 108
Literate Population 150 71 79
Illiterate Population 83 54 29

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sohlwai village:

  • The total population of Sohlwai village is around 233, including approximately 125 males and 108 females, with a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Sohlwai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohlwai village has 232 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sohlwai village is about 64.38%, with male literacy at 56.80% and female literacy at 73.15%.
  • There are around 49 households in Sohlwai village.

Connectivity of Sohlwai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohlwai. As per the 2011 stats, Sohlwai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sohlwai

Knowing the nearby villages of Sohlwai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohlwai.

Kynrohnonglyer Kynroh Nonglum Sohksar Khlyllem Sohiong Kynroh Synrang Dewsaw Mawlaingut Mawlaiteng Rimshylla Krang Nongshiliang Lumkynton Krang Nonglum Shilliang Iew Jamynthlen

Frequently Asked Questions about Sohlwai

Where is Sohlwai located?
Sohlwai village is situated in Mawphlang Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohlwai?
The pincode of Sohlwai is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohlwai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohlwai is 233, with 125 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Sohlwai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohlwai village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohlwai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohlwai is 64.38%. The male literacy rate is 56.80%, while the female literacy rate is 73.15%.