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
As per Census 2011, Saiton village has a total population of 4,660 people, consisting of 2,343 males and 2,317 females. The village has 860 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 677 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,929 literate and 1,731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saiton are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 4,660, including 2,343 males and 2,317 females.
How many households are there in Saiton?
There are 860 households in Saiton.
What is the literacy rate in Saiton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saiton is 62.85%. Male literacy is 70.98% and female literacy is 54.64%.