Pukhao Laipham - Sawombung, Imphal East
Pukhao Laipham 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. Pukhao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pukhao Laipham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pukhao Laipham is 270218. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.13 hectares and falls under the 795005 pincode. Imphal Mcl is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Pukhao Laipham 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 Pukhao Laipham
According to the 2011 Census, Pukhao Laipham village had a total population of 618 people, including 313 males and 305 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.42%, with male literacy at 92.21% and female literacy at 77.19%.
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 | 618 | 313 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 69 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 225 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 88 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Pukhao Laipham
Pukhao Laipham 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 Pukhao Laipham
Pukhao Laipham 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 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 Mcl to Pukhao Laipham is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Pukhao Laipham 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 Pukhao Laipham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pukhao Laipham 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 km |
Health Facilities in Pukhao Laipham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pukhao Laipham 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Pukhao Laipham
Where is Pukhao Laipham located?
Pukhao Laipham village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pukhao Laipham?
The Gram Panchayat of Pukhao Laipham is Pukhao.
What is the pincode of Pukhao Laipham?
The pincode of Pukhao Laipham is 795005.
What is the population of Pukhao Laipham?
Pukhao Laipham had a total population of 618, including 313 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Pukhao Laipham?
Pukhao Laipham had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukhao Laipham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pukhao Laipham was 84.42%. Male literacy was 92.21% and female literacy was 77.19%.