Sohryngkham - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Sohryngkham is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohryngkham is 278377. The village falls under the 793021 pincode.
Sohryngkham 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 Sohryngkham
As per Census 2011, Sohryngkham village has a total population of 5,736 people, consisting of 2,824 males and 2,912 females. The village has 1,039 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,902 literate and 1,834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohryngkham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,736 | 2,824 | 2,912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,115 | 551 | 564 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,672 | 2,787 | 2,885 |
| Literate Population | 3,902 | 1,871 | 2,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,834 | 953 | 881 |
Nearby Villages of Sohryngkham
Sohryngkham 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 Sohryngkham
Sohryngkham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sohryngkham is about 22 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 Sohryngkham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohryngkham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohryngkham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohryngkham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohryngkham
Where is Sohryngkham located?
Sohryngkham village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohryngkham?
The pincode of Sohryngkham is 793021.
What is the population of Sohryngkham?
Sohryngkham has a total population of 5,736, including 2,824 males and 2,912 females.
How many households are there in Sohryngkham?
There are 1,039 households in Sohryngkham.
What is the literacy rate in Sohryngkham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohryngkham is 68.03%. Male literacy is 66.25% and female literacy is 69.75%.