Bungzung - Khawbung, Champhai
Bungzung is a village situated in the Khawbung subdivision of Champhai district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khawbung and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Champhai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bungzung is 271357. The village falls under the 796320 pincode. Champhai is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the East tuipui Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bungzung
According to the 2011 Census, Bungzung village had a total population of 1,038 people, including 523 males and 515 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.40%, with male literacy at 98.88% and female literacy at 95.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,036.
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 | 1,038 | 523 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,036 | 523 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 442 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 81 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Bungzung
Bungzung 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 Bungzung
Bungzung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Champhai to Bungzung is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champhai to Bungzung is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bungzung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bungzung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bungzung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bungzung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bungzung
Where is Bungzung located?
Bungzung village is located in Khawbung Subdivision, Champhai district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Bungzung?
The pincode of Bungzung is 796320.
What is the population of Bungzung?
Bungzung had a total population of 1,038, including 523 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Bungzung?
Bungzung had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bungzung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bungzung was 97.40%. Male literacy was 98.88% and female literacy was 95.88%.