Salakhul - Sawombung, Imphal East
Salakhul is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Takhel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salakhul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salakhul is 270259. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.34 hectares and falls under the 795005 pincode. Lamlai N.p. is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Salakhul 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 Salakhul
According to the 2011 Census, Salakhul village had a total population of 41 people, including 20 males and 21 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 80.95%.
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 | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Salakhul
Salakhul 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 Salakhul
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Salakhul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lamlai N.p. to Salakhul is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Salakhul is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salakhul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salakhul 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salakhul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salakhul 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 Salakhul
Where is Salakhul located?
Salakhul village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salakhul?
The Gram Panchayat of Salakhul is Takhel.
What is the pincode of Salakhul?
The pincode of Salakhul is 795005.
What is the population of Salakhul?
Salakhul had a total population of 41, including 20 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Salakhul?
Salakhul had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salakhul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salakhul was 85.37%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 80.95%.