Kakching - Sawombung, Imphal East
Kakching is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Nongren Chingnungkok serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakching village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakching is 270267. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.4 hectares and falls under the 795010 pincode. Lamlai N.p. is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kakching 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 Kakching
According to the 2011 Census, Kakching village had a total population of 742 people, including 364 males and 378 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.23%, with male literacy at 90.58% and female literacy at 82.18%.
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 | 742 | 364 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 279 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 85 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Kakching
Kakching 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 Kakching
Kakching 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lamlai N.p. to Kakching is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Kakching is about 26 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 Kakching
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakching village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kakching
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakching 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kakching
Where is Kakching located?
Kakching village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakching?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakching is Nongren Chingnungkok.
What is the pincode of Kakching?
The pincode of Kakching is 795010.
What is the population of Kakching?
Kakching had a total population of 742, including 364 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Kakching?
Kakching had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakching?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakching was 86.23%. Male literacy was 90.58% and female literacy was 82.18%.