Oinam - Purul, Senapati
Oinam is a village situated in the Purul subdivision of Senapati district, Manipur. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purul and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Senapati.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oinam is 268537. The village falls under the 795007 pincode. Kohima is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Karong (st) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oinam
According to the 2011 Census, Oinam village had a total population of 4,328 people, including 2,229 males and 2,099 females, living in 495 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.67%, with male literacy at 94.66% and female literacy at 86.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,311.
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 | 4,328 | 2,229 | 2,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 355 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,311 | 2,223 | 2,088 |
| Literate Population | 3,343 | 1,774 | 1,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 455 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Oinam
Oinam 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 Oinam
Oinam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kohima to Oinam is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Senapati to Oinam is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oinam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oinam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Oinam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oinam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Oinam
Where is Oinam located?
Oinam village is located in Purul Subdivision, Senapati district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Oinam?
The pincode of Oinam is 795007.
What is the population of Oinam?
Oinam had a total population of 4,328, including 2,229 males and 2,099 females.
How many households are there in Oinam?
Oinam had 495 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oinam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oinam was 90.67%. Male literacy was 94.66% and female literacy was 86.54%.