Takhel - Sawombung, Imphal East
Takhel 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. Takhel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takhel is 270260. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.22 hectares and falls under the 795005 pincode. Lamlai N.p. is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Takhel 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 Takhel
According to the 2011 Census, Takhel village had a total population of 1,358 people, including 680 males and 678 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.57%, with male literacy at 82.17% and female literacy at 70.99%.
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 | 1,358 | 680 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 484 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 196 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Takhel
Takhel 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 Takhel
Takhel 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 | 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 Takhel is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Takhel 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 Takhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takhel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Takhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takhel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Takhel
Where is Takhel located?
Takhel village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takhel?
Takhel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takhel?
The pincode of Takhel is 795005.
What is the population of Takhel?
Takhel had a total population of 1,358, including 680 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Takhel?
Takhel had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takhel was 76.57%. Male literacy was 82.17% and female literacy was 70.99%.