Sohpian - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Sohpian is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohpian is 278246. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Sohpian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawphlang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohpian
According to the 2011 Census, Sohpian village had a total population of 281 people, including 145 males and 136 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.43%, with male literacy at 95.50% and female literacy at 95.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 281 | 145 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 144 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 39 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Sohpian
Sohpian 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 Sohpian
Sohpian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Sohpian is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohpian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohpian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohpian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohpian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohpian
Where is Sohpian located?
Sohpian village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohpian?
The pincode of Sohpian is 793121.
What is the population of Sohpian?
Sohpian had a total population of 281, including 145 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Sohpian?
Sohpian had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohpian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohpian was 95.43%. Male literacy was 95.50% and female literacy was 95.37%.