Samushang - Wangoi, Imphal West
Samushang is a village situated in the Wangoi subdivision of Imphal West district, Manipur. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wangoi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Imphal West. Samushang Bitra Urokhong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samushang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samushang is 270151. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.2 hectares and falls under the 795009 pincode. Mayang Imphal N.p. is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Samushang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mayang imphal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samushang
According to the 2011 Census, Samushang village had a total population of 1,645 people, including 877 males and 768 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.95%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 59.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,645 | 877 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 667 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 210 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Samushang
Samushang 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 Samushang
Public transport in the Samushang is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mayang Imphal N.p. to Samushang is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal West to Samushang is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samushang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samushang 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samushang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samushang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samushang
Where is Samushang located?
Samushang village is located in Wangoi Subdivision, Imphal West district, Manipur, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samushang?
The Gram Panchayat of Samushang is Samushang Bitra Urokhong.
What is the pincode of Samushang?
The pincode of Samushang is 795009.
What is the population of Samushang?
Samushang had a total population of 1,645, including 877 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Samushang?
Samushang had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samushang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samushang was 71.95%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 59.34%.