Khawpuar - Darlawn, Aizawl
Khawpuar is a village situated in the Darlawn subdivision of Aizawl district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darlawn and around 176 km from the district headquarters in Aizawl.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawpuar is 271194. The village falls under the 796111 pincode. Darlawn is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Tuivawl Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khawpuar
According to the 2011 Census, Khawpuar village had a total population of 556 people, including 284 males and 272 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.60%, with male literacy at 97.33% and female literacy at 95.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 554.
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 | 556 | 284 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 282 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 219 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 65 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Khawpuar
Khawpuar 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 Khawpuar
Khawpuar 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 Darlawn to Khawpuar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aizawl to Khawpuar is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawpuar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawpuar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khawpuar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawpuar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khawpuar
Where is Khawpuar located?
Khawpuar village is located in Darlawn Subdivision, Aizawl district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Khawpuar?
The pincode of Khawpuar is 796111.
What is the population of Khawpuar?
Khawpuar had a total population of 556, including 284 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Khawpuar?
Khawpuar had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawpuar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawpuar was 96.60%. Male literacy was 97.33% and female literacy was 95.83%.