Laikot - Sawombung, Imphal East
Laikot is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Tellou Chana Sheijang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laikot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laikot is 270265. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.98 hectares and falls under the 795010 pincode. Lamlai N.p. is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Laikot 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 Laikot
As per Census 2011, Laikot village has a total population of 3,765 people, consisting of 1,867 males and 1,898 females. The village has 712 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 535 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,495 literate and 1,270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laikot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,765 | 1,867 | 1,898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 263 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 113 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 2,495 | 1,356 | 1,139 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,270 | 511 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Laikot
Laikot 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 Laikot
Laikot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Laikot is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Laikot is about 22 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 Laikot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laikot 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Laikot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laikot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laikot
Where is Laikot located?
Laikot village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laikot?
The Gram Panchayat of Laikot is Tellou Chana Sheijang.
What is the pincode of Laikot?
The pincode of Laikot is 795010.
What is the population of Laikot?
Laikot has a total population of 3,765, including 1,867 males and 1,898 females.
How many households are there in Laikot?
There are 712 households in Laikot.
What is the literacy rate in Laikot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laikot is 66.27%. Male literacy is 72.63% and female literacy is 60.01%.