Sohlong - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Sohlong is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohlong is 279018. 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 Sohlong
According to the 2011 Census, Sohlong village had a total population of 351 people, including 176 males and 175 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.32%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 88.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 351 | 176 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 176 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 131 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 45 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Sohlong
Sohlong 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 Sohlong
Sohlong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Sohlong is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohlong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohlong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohlong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohlong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohlong
Where is Sohlong located?
Sohlong village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohlong?
The pincode of Sohlong is 793110.
What is the population of Sohlong?
Sohlong had a total population of 351, including 176 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Sohlong?
Sohlong had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohlong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohlong was 90.32%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 88.32%.