Achanbigei - Porompat, Imphal East
Achanbigei is a village situated in the Porompat subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Kontha Khabam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Achanbigei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Achanbigei is 270276. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.26 hectares and falls under the 795002 pincode. Imphal Municipal Council is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Achanbigei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Heingang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Achanbigei
According to the 2011 Census, Achanbigei village had a total population of 3,123 people, including 1,560 males and 1,563 females, living in 711 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.44%, with male literacy at 92.66% and female literacy at 78.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 3,123 | 1,560 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 239 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 2,307 | 1,224 | 1,083 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 336 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Achanbigei
Achanbigei 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 Achanbigei
Public transport in the Achanbigei is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Imphal Municipal Council to Achanbigei is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Achanbigei is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Achanbigei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Achanbigei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Achanbigei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Achanbigei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Achanbigei
Where is Achanbigei located?
Achanbigei village is located in Porompat Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Achanbigei?
The Gram Panchayat of Achanbigei is Kontha Khabam.
What is the pincode of Achanbigei?
The pincode of Achanbigei is 795002.
What is the population of Achanbigei?
Achanbigei had a total population of 3,123, including 1,560 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Achanbigei?
Achanbigei had 711 households.
What is the literacy rate in Achanbigei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Achanbigei was 85.44%. Male literacy was 92.66% and female literacy was 78.54%.