Kontha Khabam - Porompat, Imphal East
Kontha Khabam is a village situated in the Porompat subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Kontha Khabam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kontha Khabam is 270279. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.37 hectares and falls under the 795002 pincode. Imphal Municipal Council is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kontha Khabam 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 Kontha Khabam
As per Census 2011, Kontha Khabam village has a total population of 3,483 people, consisting of 1,750 males and 1,733 females. The village has 744 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,694 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kontha Khabam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,483 | 1,750 | 1,733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 214 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,694 | 1,445 | 1,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 305 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Kontha Khabam
Kontha Khabam 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 Kontha Khabam
Public transport in the Kontha Khabam 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 Kontha Khabam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Kontha Khabam is about 10 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 Kontha Khabam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kontha Khabam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kontha Khabam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kontha Khabam 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 Kontha Khabam
Where is Kontha Khabam located?
Kontha Khabam village is located in Porompat Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kontha Khabam?
Kontha Khabam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kontha Khabam?
The pincode of Kontha Khabam is 795002.
What is the population of Kontha Khabam?
Kontha Khabam has a total population of 3,483, including 1,750 males and 1,733 females.
How many households are there in Kontha Khabam?
There are 744 households in Kontha Khabam.
What is the literacy rate in Kontha Khabam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kontha Khabam is 77.35%. Male literacy is 82.57% and female literacy is 72.07%.