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
According to the 2011 Census, Makeng Chonglou village had a total population of 520 people, including 246 males and 274 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.11%, with male literacy at 81.66% and female literacy at 65.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 520 | 246 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 520, including 246 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Makeng Chonglou?
Makeng Chonglou had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makeng Chonglou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makeng Chonglou was 73.11%. Male literacy was 81.66% and female literacy was 65.18%.