Chongtham Kona - Wangoi, Imphal West
Chongtham Kona is a village situated in the Wangoi subdivision of Imphal West district, Manipur. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wangoi and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Imphal West. Samushang Bitra Urokhong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chongtham Kona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chongtham Kona is 270143. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.07 hectares and falls under the 795132 pincode. Wangoi N.p. is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chongtham Kona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wangoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chongtham Kona
According to the 2011 Census, Chongtham Kona village had a total population of 411 people, including 221 males and 190 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.72%, with male literacy at 88.04% and female literacy at 64.02%.
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 | 411 | 221 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 162 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 59 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Chongtham Kona
Chongtham Kona 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 Chongtham Kona
Chongtham Kona 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 Wangoi N.p. to Chongtham Kona is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal West to Chongtham Kona is about 21 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 Chongtham Kona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chongtham Kona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chongtham Kona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chongtham Kona 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chongtham Kona
Where is Chongtham Kona located?
Chongtham Kona village is located in Wangoi Subdivision, Imphal West district, Manipur, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chongtham Kona?
The Gram Panchayat of Chongtham Kona is Samushang Bitra Urokhong.
What is the pincode of Chongtham Kona?
The pincode of Chongtham Kona is 795132.
What is the population of Chongtham Kona?
Chongtham Kona had a total population of 411, including 221 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Chongtham Kona?
Chongtham Kona had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chongtham Kona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chongtham Kona was 76.72%. Male literacy was 88.04% and female literacy was 64.02%.