Pungdongbam - Sawombung, Imphal East
Pungdongbam is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Pungdongbam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pungdongbam is 270245. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.26 hectares and falls under the 795010 pincode. Lamlong N.p. is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Pungdongbam 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 Pungdongbam
As per Census 2011, Pungdongbam village has a total population of 2,539 people, consisting of 1,233 males and 1,306 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,884 literate and 655 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pungdongbam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,539 | 1,233 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 150 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 1,884 | 994 | 890 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 239 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Pungdongbam
Pungdongbam 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 Pungdongbam
Pungdongbam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lamlong N.p. to Pungdongbam is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Pungdongbam is about 18 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 Pungdongbam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pungdongbam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pungdongbam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pungdongbam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pungdongbam
Where is Pungdongbam located?
Pungdongbam village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pungdongbam?
Pungdongbam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pungdongbam?
The pincode of Pungdongbam is 795010.
What is the population of Pungdongbam?
Pungdongbam has a total population of 2,539, including 1,233 males and 1,306 females.
How many households are there in Pungdongbam?
There are 553 households in Pungdongbam.
What is the literacy rate in Pungdongbam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungdongbam is 74.20%. Male literacy is 80.62% and female literacy is 68.15%.