Saiton - Moirang, Bishnupur
Saiton is a village situated in the Moirang subdivision of Bishnupur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moirang and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bishnupur. Saiton village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saiton is 269900. The village covers a total geographical area of 4525.76 hectares and falls under the 795126 pincode. Kumbi Np is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saiton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saiton
According to the 2011 Census, Saiton village had a total population of 4,660 people, including 2,343 males and 2,317 females, living in 860 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.54%, with male literacy at 83.61% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 4,660 | 2,343 | 2,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 677 | 354 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 2,929 | 1,663 | 1,266 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,731 | 680 | 1,051 |
Nearby Villages of Saiton
Saiton 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 Saiton
Public transport in the Saiton is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kumbi Np to Saiton is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bishnupur to Saiton 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 Saiton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saiton village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saiton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saiton village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saiton
Where is Saiton located?
Saiton village is located in Moirang Subdivision, Bishnupur district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saiton?
Saiton is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saiton?
The pincode of Saiton is 795126.
What is the population of Saiton?
Saiton had a total population of 4,660, including 2,343 males and 2,317 females.
How many households are there in Saiton?
Saiton had 860 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saiton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saiton was 73.54%. Male literacy was 83.61% and female literacy was 63.49%.