Sohkhwai

Sohkhwai is a village located in Umling subdivision of Ribhoi district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Umling (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Nongpoh.

Sohkhwai has its own place in the vibrant Ribhoi 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 Sohkhwai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohkhwai is 277522. Umling is nearest town to Sohkhwai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sohkhwai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 520 263 257
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 120 54 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 515 260 255
Literate Population 286 158 128
Illiterate Population 234 105 129

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

  • The total population of Sohkhwai village is around 520, including approximately 263 males and 257 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Sohkhwai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohkhwai village has 515 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sohkhwai village is about 55.00%, with male literacy at 60.08% and female literacy at 49.81%.
  • There are around 83 households in Sohkhwai village.

Connectivity of Sohkhwai

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sohkhwai

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

Harli Bagan Nniangbarithem Niangbarilum Umsarang Kongripara Pahamtyrlaw Umden La Ang Umdu Umladoh Soil Conservation Umling

Frequently Asked Questions about Sohkhwai

Where is Sohkhwai located?
Sohkhwai village is situated in Umling Subdivision, within the Ribhoi district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohkhwai?
The pincode of Sohkhwai is 793102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohkhwai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohkhwai is 520, with 263 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Sohkhwai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohkhwai village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohkhwai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohkhwai is 55.00%. The male literacy rate is 60.08%, while the female literacy rate is 49.81%.