Chingkhu - Sawombung, Imphal East
Chingkhu is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Haraorou Tangkham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chingkhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chingkhu is 270234. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.41 hectares and falls under the 795114 pincode. Imphal Mcl is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chingkhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khundrakpam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chingkhu
According to the 2011 Census, Chingkhu village had a total population of 642 people, including 327 males and 315 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.11%, with male literacy at 90.21% and female literacy at 73.63%.
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 | 642 | 327 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 258 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 69 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Chingkhu
Chingkhu 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 Chingkhu
Chingkhu 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 Mcl to Chingkhu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Chingkhu is about 15 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 Chingkhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chingkhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chingkhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chingkhu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chingkhu
Where is Chingkhu located?
Chingkhu village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chingkhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chingkhu is Haraorou Tangkham.
What is the pincode of Chingkhu?
The pincode of Chingkhu is 795114.
What is the population of Chingkhu?
Chingkhu had a total population of 642, including 327 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Chingkhu?
Chingkhu had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chingkhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chingkhu was 82.11%. Male literacy was 90.21% and female literacy was 73.63%.