Matai Basti - Porompat, Imphal East
Matai Basti is a village situated in the Porompat subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Luwangsangbam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matai Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matai Basti is 270278. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.05 hectares and falls under the 795002 pincode. Imphal Municipal Council is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Matai Basti 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 Matai Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Matai Basti village had a total population of 1,140 people, including 569 males and 571 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 87.62% and female literacy at 73.21%.
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 | 1,140 | 569 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 60 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 446 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 123 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Matai Basti
Matai Basti 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 Matai Basti
Public transport in the Matai Basti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Matai Basti is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Matai Basti is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matai Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matai Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matai Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matai Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matai Basti
Where is Matai Basti located?
Matai Basti village is located in Porompat Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matai Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Matai Basti is Luwangsangbam.
What is the pincode of Matai Basti?
The pincode of Matai Basti is 795002.
What is the population of Matai Basti?
Matai Basti had a total population of 1,140, including 569 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Matai Basti?
Matai Basti had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matai Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matai Basti was 80.56%. Male literacy was 87.62% and female literacy was 73.21%.