Porsohsan - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Porsohsan is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porsohsan is 276460. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Porsohsan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porsohsan
As per Census 2011, Porsohsan village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 61 males and 52 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porsohsan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Porsohsan
Porsohsan 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 Porsohsan
Porsohsan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nongstoin to Porsohsan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porsohsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porsohsan 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 Porsohsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porsohsan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porsohsan
Where is Porsohsan located?
Porsohsan village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Porsohsan?
The pincode of Porsohsan is 793126.
What is the population of Porsohsan?
Porsohsan has a total population of 113, including 61 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Porsohsan?
There are 22 households in Porsohsan.
What is the literacy rate in Porsohsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porsohsan is 63.72%. Male literacy is 63.93% and female literacy is 63.46%.