Saihum - Henglep, Churachandpur
Saihum is a village situated in the Henglep subdivision of Churachandpur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 98 km from Churachandpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saihum is 269356. The village falls under the 795128 pincode. Churachandpur is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Saihum 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 Saihum
According to the 2011 Census, Saihum village had a total population of 119 people, including 66 males and 53 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 803 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.23%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 95.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Saihum
Saihum 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 Saihum
Public transport in the Saihum is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Saihum is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saihum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saihum 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 Saihum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saihum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saihum
Where is Saihum located?
Saihum village is located in Henglep Subdivision, Churachandpur district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Saihum?
The pincode of Saihum is 795128.
What is the population of Saihum?
Saihum had a total population of 119, including 66 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Saihum?
Saihum had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saihum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saihum was 96.23%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 95.83%.