Waiton - Sawombung, Imphal East
Waiton 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. Waiton village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waiton is 270232. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.61 hectares and falls under the 795114 pincode. Imphal Mcl is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Waiton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khundrakpam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waiton
As per Census 2011, Waiton village has a total population of 2,704 people, consisting of 1,348 males and 1,356 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,896 literate and 808 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waiton are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,704 | 1,348 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 174 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 1,896 | 1,029 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 319 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Waiton
Waiton 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 Waiton
Public transport in the Waiton is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Imphal Mcl to Waiton is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Waiton 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 Waiton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waiton 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Waiton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waiton 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 Waiton
Where is Waiton located?
Waiton village is located in Sawombung Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waiton?
Waiton is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waiton?
The pincode of Waiton is 795114.
What is the population of Waiton?
Waiton has a total population of 2,704, including 1,348 males and 1,356 females.
How many households are there in Waiton?
There are 571 households in Waiton.
What is the literacy rate in Waiton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waiton is 70.12%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 63.94%.