Lungsum - Darlawn, Aizawl
Lungsum is a village situated in the Darlawn subdivision of Aizawl district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darlawn and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Aizawl.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lungsum is 271200. The village falls under the 796111 pincode. Darlawn is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Tuivawl Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lungsum
According to the 2011 Census, Lungsum village had a total population of 413 people, including 222 males and 191 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.28%, with male literacy at 95.60% and female literacy at 86.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 409.
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 | 413 | 222 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 218 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 174 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 48 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Lungsum
Lungsum 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 Lungsum
Lungsum 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 Lungsum is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aizawl to Lungsum is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lungsum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lungsum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lungsum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lungsum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lungsum
Where is Lungsum located?
Lungsum village is located in Darlawn Subdivision, Aizawl district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Lungsum?
The pincode of Lungsum is 796111.
What is the population of Lungsum?
Lungsum had a total population of 413, including 222 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Lungsum?
Lungsum had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lungsum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lungsum was 91.28%. Male literacy was 95.60% and female literacy was 86.42%.