Nilakuthi - Porompat, Imphal East
Nilakuthi is a village situated in the Porompat subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Nilakuthi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilakuthi is 270272. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.73 hectares and falls under the 795002 pincode. Imphal Municipal Council is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Nilakuthi 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 Nilakuthi
According to the 2011 Census, Nilakuthi village had a total population of 1,357 people, including 699 males and 658 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.67%, with male literacy at 94.86% and female literacy at 81.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,357 | 699 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 591 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 108 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Nilakuthi
Nilakuthi 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 Nilakuthi
Nilakuthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nilakuthi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Nilakuthi is about 16 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 Nilakuthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilakuthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nilakuthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilakuthi 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 Nilakuthi
Where is Nilakuthi located?
Nilakuthi village is located in Porompat Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilakuthi?
Nilakuthi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nilakuthi?
The pincode of Nilakuthi is 795002.
What is the population of Nilakuthi?
Nilakuthi had a total population of 1,357, including 699 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Nilakuthi?
Nilakuthi had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilakuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilakuthi was 88.67%. Male literacy was 94.86% and female literacy was 81.90%.