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.
Lait-Sohphie village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lait-Sohphie
As per Census 2011, Lait-Sohphie village has a total population of 607 people, consisting of 294 males and 313 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 581 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lait-Sohphie are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 294 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| 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 has a total population of 607, including 294 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Lait-Sohphie?
There are 114 households in Lait-Sohphie.
What is the literacy rate in Lait-Sohphie?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lait-Sohphie is 69.19%. Male literacy is 71.09% and female literacy is 67.41%.