Thingken - Henglep, Churachandpur
Thingken is a village situated in the Henglep subdivision of Churachandpur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 70 km from Churachandpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thingken is 269462. The village falls under the 795128 pincode. Kwakta is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Thingken 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 Thingken
According to the 2011 Census, Thingken village had a total population of 444 people, including 282 males and 162 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 574 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.98%, with male literacy at 90.16% and female literacy at 73.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 364.
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 | 444 | 282 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 38 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 202 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 220 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 62 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Thingken
Thingken 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 Thingken
Thingken is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kwakta to Thingken is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churachandpur to Thingken is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thingken
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thingken 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 Thingken
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thingken 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 Thingken
Where is Thingken located?
Thingken village is located in Henglep Subdivision, Churachandpur district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Thingken?
The pincode of Thingken is 795128.
What is the population of Thingken?
Thingken had a total population of 444, including 282 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Thingken?
Thingken had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thingken?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thingken was 83.98%. Male literacy was 90.16% and female literacy was 73.43%.