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
According to the 2011 Census, Pungdongbam village had a total population of 2,539 people, including 1,233 males and 1,306 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 91.78% and female literacy at 78.21%.
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 | 2,539 | 1,233 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 150 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,539, including 1,233 males and 1,306 females.
How many households are there in Pungdongbam?
Pungdongbam had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pungdongbam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungdongbam was 84.83%. Male literacy was 91.78% and female literacy was 78.21%.