Sohlaper - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Sohlaper is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 69 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohlaper is 278408. The village falls under the 793018 pincode.
Sohlaper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawryngkneng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohlaper
According to the 2011 Census, Sohlaper village had a total population of 160 people, including 73 males and 87 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.98%, with male literacy at 67.31% and female literacy at 87.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 160 | 73 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 73 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 38 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Sohlaper
Sohlaper 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 Sohlaper
Sohlaper 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 | 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 Sohlaper is about 20 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 Sohlaper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohlaper village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sohlaper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohlaper 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sohlaper
Where is Sohlaper located?
Sohlaper village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohlaper?
The pincode of Sohlaper is 793018.
What is the population of Sohlaper?
Sohlaper had a total population of 160, including 73 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Sohlaper?
Sohlaper had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohlaper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohlaper was 77.98%. Male literacy was 67.31% and female literacy was 87.72%.