Jiribam

Jiribam (Meitei pronunciation:/jee-ree-baam/) is a municipal council in the Jiribam district of the state of Manipur, India. It is one of the fastest-growing towns in Manipur.

Jiribam
Town
Jiribam
Location in Manipur, India
Jiribam
Jiribam (India)
Coordinates: 24.80°N 93.12°E / 24.80; 93.12
Country India
StateManipur
DistrictJiribam
Population
 (2011)
  Total7,343
Language(s)
  OfficialMeitei (officially called Manipuri)
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
Vehicle registrationMN
Websitemanipur.gov.in

The town is located on the state's westernmost boundary, adjoining the Cachar district of Assam. It is also known as the western gate of Manipur. Jiribam town is inhabited by the Meiteis, Bengalis, and various other communities.

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