Kolchung - Henglep, Churachandpur
Kolchung is a village situated in the Henglep subdivision of Churachandpur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 120 km from Churachandpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolchung is 269382. The village falls under the 795128 pincode. Churachandpur is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Kolchung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Henglep (st) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolchung
According to the 2011 Census, Kolchung village had a total population of 161 people, including 81 males and 80 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.98%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 85.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kolchung
Kolchung 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 Kolchung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kolchung.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Churachandpur to Kolchung is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolchung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolchung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolchung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolchung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolchung
Where is Kolchung located?
Kolchung village is located in Henglep Subdivision, Churachandpur district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Kolchung?
The pincode of Kolchung is 795128.
What is the population of Kolchung?
Kolchung had a total population of 161, including 81 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Kolchung?
Kolchung had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolchung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolchung was 90.98%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 85.94%.