Imphal East
Imphal East is a district in the Manipur State of India. The total area of Imphal East district is 709 km², which includes 668.15 km² of rural area and 40.85 km² of urban area. There are about 191 villages in Imphal East district.
For administrative convenience, Imphal East district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 4 subdivisions in Imphal East district. Here is the list of all Imphal East Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Imphal East District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jiribam | 232 | 43,838 |
| 2 | Keirao Bitra | 122 | 82,024 |
| 3 | Porompat | 98 | 2,44,089 |
| 4 | Sawombung | 257 | 86,162 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Sawombung is the largest subdivision in imphal east district, covering an area of 257.00 km², while Porompat is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 98.00 km². Porompat is the most populous, whereas Jiribam is the least populous subdivision in imphal east district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sawombung | Porompat |
| Smallest Tehsil | Porompat | Porompat |
Population of Imphal East District
The population of Imphal East offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Imphal East, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,56,113 | 2,72,906 | 1,83,207 |
| Total Male Population | 2,26,094 | 1,36,789 | 89,305 |
| Total Female Population | 2,30,019 | 1,36,117 | 93,902 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59,936 | 38,324 | 21,612 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30,851 | 19,784 | 11,067 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 29,085 | 18,540 | 10,545 |
| Literate Population | 3,24,664 | 1,83,881 | 1,40,783 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,73,314 | 1,00,937 | 72,377 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,51,350 | 82,944 | 68,406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,31,449 | 89,025 | 42,424 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 52,780 | 35,852 | 16,928 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 78,669 | 53,173 | 25,496 |
| Households | 92,124 | 54,443 | 37,681 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Imphal East district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Imphal East district is 4,56,113, including 2,26,094 males and 2,30,019 females. In rural areas, it is 2,72,906, including 1,36,789 males and 1,36,117 females. In urban areas, it is 1,83,207, including 89,305 males and 93,902 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Imphal East district is 59,936, including 30,851 boys and 29,085 girls. In rural areas, it is 38,324, including 19,784 boys and 18,540 girls. In urban areas, it is 21,612, including 11,067 boys and 10,545 girls.
- Literate population in Imphal East district is around 3,24,664, including 1,73,314 males and 1,51,350 females. In rural areas, it is 1,83,881, including 1,00,937 males and 82,944 females. In urban areas, it is 1,40,783, including 72,377 males and 68,406 females.
- Illiterate population in Imphal East district is about 1,31,449, including 52,780 males and 78,669 females. In rural areas, it is 89,025, including 35,852 males and 53,173 females. In urban areas, it is 42,424, including 16,928 males and 25,496 females.
- There are about 92,124 households in Imphal East district, including 54,443 in rural areas and 37,681 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Imphal East. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 15,839 | 7,815 | 8,024 |
| SC Male Population | 8,055 | 4,081 | 3,974 |
| SC Female Population | 7,784 | 3,734 | 4,050 |
| Total ST Population | 27,657 | 10,601 | 17,056 |
| ST Male Population | 13,500 | 5,356 | 8,144 |
| ST Female Population | 14,157 | 5,245 | 8,912 |
| Population Density | 643 / km² | 409 / km² | 4,485 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Imphal East district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Imphal East district is approximately 15,839, including 8,055 males and 7,784 females. In rural areas, it is 7,815, including 4,081 males and 3,734 females. In urban areas, it is 8,024, including 3,974 males and 4,050 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Imphal East district is about 27,657, including 13,500 males and 14,157 females. In rural areas, it is 10,601, including 5,356 males and 5,245 females. In urban areas, it is 17,056, including 8,144 males and 8,912 females.
- Overall population density of Imphal East district is around 643 people per km². Rural areas have about 409 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,485 people per km².