Zoutung - Thanlon, Pherzawl
Zoutung is a village situated in the Thanlon subdivision of Pherzawl district, Manipur. It is located approximately 155 km from Churachandpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zoutung is 269323. The village falls under the 795006 pincode. Kwakta is the nearest town, located about 170 km away.
Zoutung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Thanlon (st) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zoutung
According to the 2011 Census, Zoutung village had a total population of 398 people, including 201 males and 197 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.04%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 397.
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 | 398 | 201 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 201 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 151 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 50 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Zoutung
Zoutung 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 Zoutung
Zoutung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kwakta to Zoutung is about 170 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churachandpur to Zoutung is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zoutung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zoutung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Zoutung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zoutung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Zoutung
Where is Zoutung located?
Zoutung village is located in Thanlon Subdivision, Pherzawl district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Zoutung?
The pincode of Zoutung is 795006.
What is the population of Zoutung?
Zoutung had a total population of 398, including 201 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Zoutung?
Zoutung had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zoutung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zoutung was 83.04%. Male literacy was 88.30% and female literacy was 77.78%.