Thanga Lawai - Moirang, Bishnupur
Thanga Lawai is a village situated in the Moirang subdivision of Bishnupur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moirang and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bishnupur. Kha Thinungei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thanga Lawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanga Lawai is 269903. The village covers a total geographical area of 1614.17 hectares and falls under the 795126 pincode. Moirang Mcl is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Thanga Lawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thanga Lawai
According to the 2011 Census, Thanga Lawai village had a total population of 14,316 people, including 7,302 males and 7,014 females, living in 2,458 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.65%, with male literacy at 80.24% and female literacy at 58.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11,609, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 14,316 | 7,302 | 7,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,585 | 828 | 757 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11,609 | 5,801 | 5,808 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 41 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 8,867 | 5,195 | 3,672 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,449 | 2,107 | 3,342 |
Nearby Villages of Thanga Lawai
Thanga Lawai 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 Thanga Lawai
Thanga Lawai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Moirang Mcl to Thanga Lawai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bishnupur to Thanga Lawai is about 32 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 Thanga Lawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanga Lawai 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thanga Lawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanga Lawai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thanga Lawai
Where is Thanga Lawai located?
Thanga Lawai village is located in Moirang Subdivision, Bishnupur district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thanga Lawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Thanga Lawai is Kha Thinungei.
What is the pincode of Thanga Lawai?
The pincode of Thanga Lawai is 795126.
What is the population of Thanga Lawai?
Thanga Lawai had a total population of 14,316, including 7,302 males and 7,014 females.
How many households are there in Thanga Lawai?
Thanga Lawai had 2,458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanga Lawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanga Lawai was 69.65%. Male literacy was 80.24% and female literacy was 58.69%.