Ukhrul (Tangkhul pronunciation:/ˈuːkˌɹəl or ˈuːkˌɹʊl/ ), also known as Hunphun Village, in the state of Manipur, India. Ukhrul is the home of the Tangkhul Nagas. It is the administrative headquarter of the Ukhrul district. There are also four sub-divisions in the district for administering the villages in and around it. The villages, however, are governed by the 'village heads'. It is also famous for the Shirui Lily.

Geography

Ukhrul is located at 25.12°N, 94.37°W. It has an average elevation of 1662 m above sea level. It has a wet summer and cold, dry winter.

Politics

There have been two chief ministers of Manipur from Ukhrul district (Yangmaso Shaiza and Rishang Keishing), as well as other leaders such as Rungsung Suisa and Thuingaleng Muivah. Ukhrul is part of Outer Manipur Lok Sabha constituency|Outer Manipur]].