Wapokpi - Moirang, Bishnupur
Wapokpi is a village situated in the Moirang subdivision of Bishnupur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moirang and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bishnupur. Wangoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wapokpi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wapokpi is 269914. The village covers a total geographical area of 1087.46 hectares and falls under the 795126 pincode. Kumbi N.p. is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Wapokpi 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 Wapokpi
According to the 2011 Census, Wapokpi village had a total population of 701 people, including 346 males and 355 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.19%, with male literacy at 90.59% and female literacy at 63.60%.
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 | 701 | 346 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 59 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 260 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 86 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Wapokpi
Wapokpi 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 Wapokpi
Wapokpi 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 | 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 N.p. to Wapokpi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bishnupur to Wapokpi 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 Wapokpi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wapokpi 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 Wapokpi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wapokpi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wapokpi
Where is Wapokpi located?
Wapokpi village is located in Moirang Subdivision, Bishnupur district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wapokpi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wapokpi is Wangoo.
What is the pincode of Wapokpi?
The pincode of Wapokpi is 795126.
What is the population of Wapokpi?
Wapokpi had a total population of 701, including 346 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Wapokpi?
Wapokpi had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wapokpi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wapokpi was 77.19%. Male literacy was 90.59% and female literacy was 63.60%.