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Coordinates: 24°50′48″N 93°57′01″E / 24.8467°N 93.9503°E / 24.8467; 93.9503
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  • Heingang
    Census town
    Heingang is located in Manipur
    Heingang
    Heingang
    Location in Manipur, India
    Heingang is located in India
    Heingang
    Heingang
    Heingang (India)
    Coordinates: 24°50′48″N 93°57′01″E / 24.8467°N 93.9503°E / 24.8467; 93.9503
    CountryIndia
    StateManipur
    DistrictImphal East
    SubdivisionPorompat
    Population
     (2011)
     • Total
    6,115
    Time zoneIST (UTC+5:30)

    Heingang, which is a census town, is located in the Porompat division of Imphal East district in Manipur. Heingang's cultural and religious significance is well-known in the Meitei religion. It is also well-known for being connected to traditional sports, like Sagol Kangjei, the oldest kind of polo.[1][2]

    Demographics

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    According to the District Census 2011 Book for Imphal East:[3][4][5]

    • There are 6115 people living in Heingang in total[6]
    • Sex ratio: 1,010 females per 1,000 males[6]
    • Children (0–6 years): 726 (11.9%); child sex ratio: 936[6]
    • Literacy rate: 84.93%[7]
    • There are about 1,320 houses with access to essential civic services, like roads, water, and electricity[8]

    Administration and politics

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    Heingang is a part of the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha constituency and is a component of the Heingang Assembly constituency (Constituency No. 2)..[9]

    Culture and landmarks

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    • Heingang Ching (Marjing Hill), a holy location, is connected to Ibudhou Marjing, the Meitei God of horses and polo.
    • Marjing Polo Complex: World's largest polo statue.[10]
    • Ibudhou Marjing Lai Haraopham: The deity's shrine and cultural museum[11]
    • The Lai Haraoba Festival is a yearly tradition that honours the religious and cultural significance of the local deities.[12]

    Geography

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    Heingang is surrounded by hills, paddy fields, and wooded areas and is roughly 4 km from the northeastern side of Imphal. One designated conservation area is the Heingang Reserved Forest.[13]

    Economy

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    The majority of the local economy is based on agriculture, particularly rice farming. The region is also well-known for its traditional handicrafts, such as the production of polo saddles and equipment.[14][15]

    Transport

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    Heingang is roughly 6 km from Imphal via the Imphal Ring Road project and has good access to local roads.[16] There are both private and state-operated taxis, autorickshaws, and buses in the area. Bir Tikendrajit International Airport, which is about 10 km away, is the closest airport.[17]

    Environmental issues

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    According to some local reports, the illegal construction activities in the area have resulted in unchecked trespassing on wetlands and paddy fields.[18]

    Education

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    • Heingang Higher Secondary School[19]
    • Heingang Primary School[20]
    • Additional private and public educational institutions offer services up to the senior secondary level.[21]

    References

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    1. ^ "List of Census Towns and Wards". Imphal East District, Government of Manipur. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    2. ^ Himanshu Shekhar (2007). Encyclopaedia of North-East India. Gyan Publishing House. p. 311. ISBN 9788178355875. {{cite book}}: Check |isbn= value: checksum (help)
    3. ^ "DCHB Imphal East Part B – Demographic Profile" (PDF). Census of India. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    4. ^ "District Census Handbook – Village and Town Directory (Imphal East)". Imphal East District Administration. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    5. ^ "Primary Census Abstract – Census Towns in Porompat Sub‑division". Census of India. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    6. ^ a b c "List of Census Towns in Porompat". Census of India. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    7. ^ "Town-wise Literacy Rates in Imphal East". Census of India HL-14. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    8. ^ "Town Amenities Data for Heingang". Census of India HL-14 – Amenities. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    9. ^ "Delimitation of Parliamentary and Assembly Constituencies Order, 2008". Election Commission of India. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    10. ^ "Marjing Polo Complex inaugurated". Northeast Now. 19 January 2023. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    11. ^ "Ibudhou Marjing Lai Haraopham, Heingang". Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    12. ^ "Cultural Significance of the Lai Haraoba". Sahapedia. Retrieved 2025-07-05.
    13. ^ "Map of Heingang Reserved Forest". Imphal East District Government. 28 March 2023. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    14. ^ "US museum unveils exhibit on Manipur polo history". The Times of India. 25 April 2012. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    15. ^ Amalendu Guha (2008). Art and Culture of North-East India. National Book Trust. p. 178. ISBN 9788123760913. {{cite book}}: Check |isbn= value: checksum (help)
    16. ^ Bikash Singh (14 April 2024). "Imphal Ring Road project includes Heingang route". The Economic Times. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    17. ^ "Imphal Airport". Airports Authority of India. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    18. ^ "Rampant illegal constructions in paddy fields go unchecked in Heingang area". Imphal Times. 16 April 2025. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    19. ^ "Heingang H/S (UDISE 14070104903)". Vidyatime. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    20. ^ "Heingang P/S, Imphal". ICBSE. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
    21. ^ "List of Schools in Imphal East District". District Education Office, Imphal East. Retrieved 15 June 2025.