Sohlap

Sohlap is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Sohlap 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 Sohlap

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohlap is 278864. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Sohlap village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sohlap

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 415 225 190
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 42 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 7 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 377 190 187
Literate Population 261 152 109
Illiterate Population 154 73 81

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

  • The total population of Sohlap village is around 415, including approximately 225 males and 190 females, with a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Sohlap village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohlap village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 377 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sohlap village is about 62.89%, with male literacy at 67.56% and female literacy at 57.37%.
  • There are around 73 households in Sohlap village.

Connectivity of Sohlap

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohlap. As per the 2011 stats, Sohlap 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 Sohlap

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sohlap

Where is Sohlap located?
Sohlap village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohlap?
The pincode of Sohlap is 793108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohlap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohlap is 415, with 225 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Sohlap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohlap village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohlap as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohlap is 62.89%. The male literacy rate is 67.56%, while the female literacy rate is 57.37%.