Nongdam - Sawombung, Imphal East
Nongdam is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Nongren Chingnungkok serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nongdam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongdam is 270268. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.61 hectares and falls under the 795010 pincode. Andro N.p. is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Nongdam 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 Nongdam
According to the 2011 Census, Nongdam village had a total population of 850 people, including 420 males and 430 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.44%, with male literacy at 83.38% and female literacy at 57.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 850 | 420 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 77 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 286 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 134 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Nongdam
Nongdam 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 Nongdam
Nongdam 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 Andro N.p. to Nongdam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Nongdam is about 25 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 Nongdam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongdam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nongdam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongdam 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 Nongdam
Where is Nongdam located?
Nongdam village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nongdam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nongdam is Nongren Chingnungkok.
What is the pincode of Nongdam?
The pincode of Nongdam is 795010.
What is the population of Nongdam?
Nongdam had a total population of 850, including 420 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Nongdam?
Nongdam had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongdam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongdam was 70.44%. Male literacy was 83.38% and female literacy was 57.91%.