Itham - Keirao Bitra, Imphal East
Itham is a village situated in the Keirao Bitra subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keirao Bitra and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Tumukheng Moirang Purel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itham is 270359. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.33 hectares and falls under the 795010 pincode. Sikhong Sekmai N.p. is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Itham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Andro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itham
According to the 2011 Census, Itham village had a total population of 769 people, including 388 males and 381 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.83%, with male literacy at 55.00% and female literacy at 40.74%.
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 | 769 | 388 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 176 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 212 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Itham
Itham 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 Itham
Itham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Sikhong Sekmai N.p. to Itham is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Itham is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Itham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itham 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Itham
Where is Itham located?
Itham village is located in Keirao Bitra Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Itham?
The Gram Panchayat of Itham is Tumukheng Moirang Purel.
What is the pincode of Itham?
The pincode of Itham is 795010.
What is the population of Itham?
Itham had a total population of 769, including 388 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Itham?
Itham had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itham was 47.83%. Male literacy was 55.00% and female literacy was 40.74%.