Namoikhul - Nambol, Bishnupur
Namoikhul is a village situated in the Nambol subdivision of Bishnupur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nambol and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Bishnupur. Irengbam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namoikhul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namoikhul is 269877. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.69 hectares and falls under the 795126 pincode. Oinam N.p. is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Namoikhul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Oinam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Namoikhul
According to the 2011 Census, Namoikhul village had a total population of 872 people, including 437 males and 435 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.46%, with male literacy at 96.71% and female literacy at 76.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 872 | 437 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 72 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 13 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 353 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 84 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Namoikhul
Namoikhul 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 Namoikhul
Namoikhul 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 Oinam N.p. to Namoikhul is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bishnupur to Namoikhul is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namoikhul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namoikhul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Namoikhul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namoikhul 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Namoikhul
Where is Namoikhul located?
Namoikhul village is located in Nambol Subdivision, Bishnupur district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namoikhul?
The Gram Panchayat of Namoikhul is Irengbam.
What is the pincode of Namoikhul?
The pincode of Namoikhul is 795126.
What is the population of Namoikhul?
Namoikhul had a total population of 872, including 437 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Namoikhul?
Namoikhul had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namoikhul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namoikhul was 86.46%. Male literacy was 96.71% and female literacy was 76.23%.