Sohma

Sohma is a village located in Mawkyrwat subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkyrwat (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Sohma has its own place in the vibrant West 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 Sohma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohma is 277342. Mawkyrwat is nearest town to Sohma village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sohma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 648 320 328
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 185 87 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 644 319 325
Literate Population 178 90 88
Illiterate Population 470 230 240

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

  • The total population of Sohma village is around 648, including approximately 320 males and 328 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Sohma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohma village has 644 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sohma village is about 27.47%, with male literacy at 28.13% and female literacy at 26.83%.
  • There are around 113 households in Sohma village.

Connectivity of Sohma

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sohma

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

Thangmaw Nongrim Photjalei Nongmyllam Domruah Mawmietbah Pharmahiong Kharew Wahsiej Mawthawpdah Siejiong Mawkabait Laitnong

Frequently Asked Questions about Sohma

Where is Sohma located?
Sohma village is situated in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sohma?
The pincode of Sohma is 793114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohma is 648, with 320 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Sohma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohma village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohma is 27.47%. The male literacy rate is 28.13%, while the female literacy rate is 26.83%.