Sookhlieh

Sookhlieh is a village located in Laskein subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 63km away from sub-district headquarter Laskein (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Sookhlieh has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia 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 Sookhlieh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sookhlieh is 279221. Laskein is nearest town to Sookhlieh village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sookhlieh

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 260 132 128
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 34 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 259 132 127
Literate Population 84 28 56
Illiterate Population 176 104 72

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

  • The total population of Sookhlieh village is around 260, including approximately 132 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Sookhlieh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sookhlieh village has 259 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sookhlieh village is about 32.31%, with male literacy at 21.21% and female literacy at 43.75%.
  • There are around 42 households in Sookhlieh village.

Connectivity of Sookhlieh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sookhlieh. As per the 2011 stats, Sookhlieh 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sookhlieh

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

Shilliang Myntang Bhain Thadsning Iongkalani Thadbamon Lummuphan Thadialong Lummuriap Samatan Niawkmai Khyndawwaso

Frequently Asked Questions about Sookhlieh

Where is Sookhlieh located?
Sookhlieh village is situated in Laskein Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sookhlieh?
The pincode of Sookhlieh is 793150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sookhlieh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sookhlieh is 260, with 132 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Sookhlieh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sookhlieh village has a total of 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sookhlieh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sookhlieh is 32.31%. The male literacy rate is 21.21%, while the female literacy rate is 43.75%.