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
As per Census 2011, Heirok village has a total population of 1,348 people, consisting of 677 males and 671 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 539 literate and 809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 815 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heirok are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 677 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,348, including 677 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Heirok?
There are 256 households in Heirok.
What is the literacy rate in Heirok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heirok is 39.99%. Male literacy is 46.23% and female literacy is 33.68%.