Makeng Chonglou - Sawombung, Imphal East
Makeng Chonglou is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Makeng - Dolaithabi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makeng Chonglou village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makeng Chonglou is 270206. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.61 hectares and falls under the 795118 pincode. Imphal Municipal Council is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Makeng Chonglou 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 Makeng Chonglou
As per Census 2011, Makeng Chonglou village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 246 males and 274 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makeng Chonglou are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 246 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 187 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 59 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Makeng Chonglou
Makeng Chonglou 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 Makeng Chonglou
Public transport in the Makeng Chonglou 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Imphal Municipal Council to Makeng Chonglou is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Makeng Chonglou is about 34 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 Makeng Chonglou
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makeng Chonglou 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 Makeng Chonglou
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makeng Chonglou village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makeng Chonglou
Where is Makeng Chonglou located?
Makeng Chonglou village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makeng Chonglou?
The Gram Panchayat of Makeng Chonglou is Makeng - Dolaithabi.
What is the pincode of Makeng Chonglou?
The pincode of Makeng Chonglou is 795118.
What is the population of Makeng Chonglou?
Makeng Chonglou has a total population of 520, including 246 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Makeng Chonglou?
There are 94 households in Makeng Chonglou.
What is the literacy rate in Makeng Chonglou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makeng Chonglou is 66.92%. Male literacy is 76.02% and female literacy is 58.76%.