Spar Sohiong - Sohiong, East Khasi Hills
Spar Sohiong is a village situated in the Sohiong subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Mawphlang and around 30 km from Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Spar Sohiong is 278106. The village falls under the 793115 pincode.
Spar Sohiong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohing Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Spar Sohiong
According to the 2011 Census, Spar Sohiong village had a total population of 178 people, including 86 males and 92 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.26%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 97.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Spar Sohiong
Spar Sohiong 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 Spar Sohiong
Spar Sohiong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Spar Sohiong is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Spar Sohiong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Spar Sohiong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Spar Sohiong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Spar Sohiong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Spar Sohiong
Where is Spar Sohiong located?
Spar Sohiong village is located in Sohiong Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Spar Sohiong?
The pincode of Spar Sohiong is 793115.
What is the population of Spar Sohiong?
Spar Sohiong had a total population of 178, including 86 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Spar Sohiong?
Spar Sohiong had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Spar Sohiong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Spar Sohiong was 97.26%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 97.44%.