Pehlawn - Darlawn, Aizawl
Pehlawn is a village situated in the Darlawn subdivision of Aizawl district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darlawn and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Aizawl.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pehlawn is 271210. The village falls under the 796017 pincode. Darlawn is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Tuivawl Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pehlawn
According to the 2011 Census, Pehlawn village had a total population of 685 people, including 334 males and 351 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.04%, with male literacy at 93.56% and female literacy at 96.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 671.
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 | 685 | 334 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 39 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 671 | 323 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 276 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 58 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Pehlawn
Pehlawn 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 Pehlawn
Pehlawn 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 Pehlawn is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aizawl to Pehlawn is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pehlawn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pehlawn 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 Pehlawn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pehlawn village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pehlawn
Where is Pehlawn located?
Pehlawn village is located in Darlawn Subdivision, Aizawl district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Pehlawn?
The pincode of Pehlawn is 796017.
What is the population of Pehlawn?
Pehlawn had a total population of 685, including 334 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Pehlawn?
Pehlawn had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pehlawn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pehlawn was 95.04%. Male literacy was 93.56% and female literacy was 96.55%.