Oklong - Willong, Senapati
Oklong is a village situated in the Willong subdivision of Senapati district, Manipur. It is located approximately 64 km from Tadubi and around 23 km from Senapati.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oklong is 268418. The village falls under the 795106 pincode. Imphal is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Oklong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tadubi (st) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oklong
As per Census 2011, Oklong village has a total population of 1,754 people, consisting of 919 males and 835 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 881 literate and 873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,414 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oklong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,754 | 919 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 171 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,414 | 745 | 669 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 514 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 405 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Oklong
Oklong 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 Oklong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Oklong.
| 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 Imphal to Oklong is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Senapati to Oklong is about 23 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 Oklong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oklong 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 Oklong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oklong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Oklong
Where is Oklong located?
Oklong village is located in Willong Subdivision, Senapati district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Oklong?
The pincode of Oklong is 795106.
What is the population of Oklong?
Oklong has a total population of 1,754, including 919 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Oklong?
There are 349 households in Oklong.
What is the literacy rate in Oklong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oklong is 50.23%. Male literacy is 55.93% and female literacy is 43.95%.