Wangkhei Thambalkhong - Porompat, Imphal East
Wangkhei Thambalkhong is a village situated in the Porompat subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Thambalkhong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wangkhei Thambalkhong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wangkhei Thambalkhong is 270307. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.33 hectares and falls under the 795005 pincode. Imphal Municipal Council is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Wangkhei Thambalkhong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kshetrigao Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wangkhei Thambalkhong
According to the 2011 Census, Wangkhei Thambalkhong village had a total population of 2,067 people, including 1,041 males and 1,026 females, living in 443 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.90%, with male literacy at 94.08% and female literacy at 83.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,067 | 1,041 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 146 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,609 | 842 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 199 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Wangkhei Thambalkhong
Wangkhei Thambalkhong 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 Wangkhei Thambalkhong
Wangkhei Thambalkhong is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Wangkhei Thambalkhong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Imphal Municipal Council to Wangkhei Thambalkhong is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Wangkhei Thambalkhong is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wangkhei Thambalkhong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wangkhei Thambalkhong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wangkhei Thambalkhong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wangkhei Thambalkhong 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 Wangkhei Thambalkhong
Where is Wangkhei Thambalkhong located?
Wangkhei Thambalkhong village is located in Porompat Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wangkhei Thambalkhong?
The Gram Panchayat of Wangkhei Thambalkhong is Thambalkhong.
What is the pincode of Wangkhei Thambalkhong?
The pincode of Wangkhei Thambalkhong is 795005.
What is the population of Wangkhei Thambalkhong?
Wangkhei Thambalkhong had a total population of 2,067, including 1,041 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Wangkhei Thambalkhong?
Wangkhei Thambalkhong had 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wangkhei Thambalkhong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wangkhei Thambalkhong was 88.90%. Male literacy was 94.08% and female literacy was 83.83%.