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
According to the 2011 Census, Sohryngkham village had a total population of 5,736 people, including 2,824 males and 2,912 females, living in 1,039 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.44%, with male literacy at 82.31% and female literacy at 86.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5,672.
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 | 5,736 | 2,824 | 2,912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,115 | 551 | 564 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 5,736, including 2,824 males and 2,912 females.
How many households are there in Sohryngkham?
Sohryngkham had 1,039 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohryngkham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohryngkham was 84.44%. Male literacy was 82.31% and female literacy was 86.50%.