Sekta - Sawombung, Imphal East
Sekta is a village situated in the Sawombung subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porompat and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Pungdongbam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekta is 270244. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.45 hectares and falls under the 795010 pincode. Lamlai N. P. is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sekta 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 Sekta
According to the 2011 Census, Sekta village had a total population of 2,934 people, including 1,462 males and 1,472 females, living in 615 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.39%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 2,934 | 1,462 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 203 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,965 | 1,069 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 393 | 576 |
Nearby Villages of Sekta
Sekta 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 Sekta
Sekta 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 Lamlai N. P. to Sekta is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Sekta is about 20 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 Sekta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sekta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sekta
Where is Sekta located?
Sekta village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekta is Pungdongbam.
What is the pincode of Sekta?
The pincode of Sekta is 795010.
What is the population of Sekta?
Sekta had a total population of 2,934, including 1,462 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Sekta?
Sekta had 615 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekta was 77.39%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 70.00%.