Phoklong - Tamenglong West, Tamenglong
Phoklong is a village situated in the Tamenglong West subdivision of Tamenglong district, Manipur. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tousem and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Tamenglong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phoklong is 269094. The village falls under the 795141 pincode.
Phoklong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Phoklong
According to the 2011 Census, Phoklong village had a total population of 1,004 people, including 504 males and 500 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.94%, with male literacy at 28.91% and female literacy at 20.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 999.
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 | 1,004 | 504 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 999 | 501 | 498 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 122 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 382 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Phoklong
Phoklong 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 Phoklong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Phoklong.
| 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 Tamenglong to Phoklong 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 Phoklong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phoklong 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 Phoklong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phoklong 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 Phoklong
Where is Phoklong located?
Phoklong village is located in Tamenglong West Subdivision, Tamenglong district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Phoklong?
The pincode of Phoklong is 795141.
What is the population of Phoklong?
Phoklong had a total population of 1,004, including 504 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Phoklong?
Phoklong had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phoklong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phoklong was 24.94%. Male literacy was 28.91% and female literacy was 20.95%.