Sailam - Aibawk, Aizawl
Sailam is a village situated in the Aibawk subdivision of Aizawl district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aibawk and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Aizawl.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sailam is 271253. The village falls under the 796190 pincode. Serchhip is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Aizawl South-iii Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sailam
According to the 2011 Census, Sailam village had a total population of 762 people, including 379 males and 383 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.11%, with male literacy at 96.84% and female literacy at 95.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 718.
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 | 762 | 379 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 718 | 357 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 306 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 73 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sailam
Sailam 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 Sailam
Sailam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Serchhip to Sailam is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aizawl to Sailam is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sailam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sailam 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 Sailam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sailam 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 Sailam
Where is Sailam located?
Sailam village is located in Aibawk Subdivision, Aizawl district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Sailam?
The pincode of Sailam is 796190.
What is the population of Sailam?
Sailam had a total population of 762, including 379 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Sailam?
Sailam had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sailam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailam was 96.11%. Male literacy was 96.84% and female literacy was 95.41%.