Lait-Sohphie - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Lait-Sohphie is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lait-Sohphie is 278945. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lait-Sohphie
According to the 2011 Census, Lait-Sohphie village had a total population of 607 people, including 294 males and 313 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.78%, with male literacy at 87.08% and female literacy at 86.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 581.
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 | 607 | 294 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 280 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 209 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 85 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Lait-Sohphie
Lait-Sohphie 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 Lait-Sohphie
Lait-Sohphie 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Lait-Sohphie is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lait-Sohphie
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lait-Sohphie village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lait-Sohphie
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lait-Sohphie village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lait-Sohphie
Where is Lait-Sohphie located?
Lait-Sohphie village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lait-Sohphie?
The pincode of Lait-Sohphie is 793110.
What is the population of Lait-Sohphie?
Lait-Sohphie had a total population of 607, including 294 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Lait-Sohphie?
Lait-Sohphie had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lait-Sohphie?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lait-Sohphie was 86.78%. Male literacy was 87.08% and female literacy was 86.48%.