Sohklong

Sohklong is a village located in Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 0.3km away from sub-district headquarter Mawsynram (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Sohklong 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 Sohklong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohklong is 278639. Mawsynram is nearest town to Sohklong village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sohklong

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 82 39 43
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 5 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 76 37 39
Literate Population 58 29 29
Illiterate Population 24 10 14

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

  • The total population of Sohklong village is around 82, including approximately 39 males and 43 females, with a sex ratio of 1102 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Sohklong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohklong village has 76 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sohklong village is about 70.73%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 67.44%.
  • There are around 17 households in Sohklong village.

Connectivity of Sohklong

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sohklong

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

Kenshluid Jympiat Kenmynsaw Mawsynram Dongneng Mawsynram Dongrum Mawsynram Dongshilliang Mawkaphan Nongshluid Umpyrdong Thieddieng Nongrim Brikapang

Frequently Asked Questions about Sohklong

Where is Sohklong located?
Sohklong village is situated in Mawsynram Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohklong?
The pincode of Sohklong is 793121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohklong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohklong is 82, with 39 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Sohklong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohklong village has a total of 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohklong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohklong is 70.73%. The male literacy rate is 74.36%, while the female literacy rate is 67.44%.