Heirok - Sawombung, Imphal East
Heirok is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Nongren Chingnungkok serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heirok village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heirok is 270270. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.88 hectares and falls under the 795118 pincode. Andro N.p. is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Heirok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lamlai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heirok
According to the 2011 Census, Heirok village had a total population of 1,348 people, including 677 males and 671 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.51%, with male literacy at 51.91% and female literacy at 37.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 815.
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 | 1,348 | 677 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 815 | 413 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 313 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 364 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Heirok
Heirok 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 Heirok
Public transport in the Heirok 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 Andro N.p. to Heirok is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Heirok is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heirok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heirok 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Heirok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heirok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Heirok
Where is Heirok located?
Heirok village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heirok?
The Gram Panchayat of Heirok is Nongren Chingnungkok.
What is the pincode of Heirok?
The pincode of Heirok is 795118.
What is the population of Heirok?
Heirok had a total population of 1,348, including 677 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Heirok?
Heirok had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heirok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heirok was 44.51%. Male literacy was 51.91% and female literacy was 37.17%.