Sohbar

Sohbar is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Sohbar 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 Sohbar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohbar is 278849. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Sohbar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sohbar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,072 532 540
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 182 88 94
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,060 529 531
Literate Population 585 284 301
Illiterate Population 487 248 239

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

  • The total population of Sohbar village is around 1,072, including approximately 532 males and 540 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 182 children aged 0–6 years in Sohbar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohbar village has 1,060 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sohbar village is about 54.57%, with male literacy at 53.38% and female literacy at 55.74%.
  • There are around 193 households in Sohbar village.

Connectivity of Sohbar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sohbar

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

Siej Khliehmawlong Nongduh Ri Ngur Lad Sohbar Old Kamorah Tharia Umdud Wahjain Shnongkawar Mawthangsohkhyllung

Frequently Asked Questions about Sohbar

Where is Sohbar located?
Sohbar village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohbar?
The pincode of Sohbar is 793108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohbar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohbar is 1,072, with 532 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Sohbar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohbar village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohbar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohbar is 54.57%. The male literacy rate is 53.38%, while the female literacy rate is 55.74%.