Farkawn - Khawbung, Champhai
Farkawn is a village situated in the Khawbung subdivision of Champhai district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khawbung and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Champhai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farkawn is 271371. The village falls under the 796320 pincode. Champhai is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Farkawn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the East tuipui Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farkawn
As per Census 2011, Farkawn village has a total population of 2,700 people, consisting of 1,348 males and 1,352 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,271 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,641 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farkawn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,700 | 1,348 | 1,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 199 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,641 | 1,307 | 1,334 |
| Literate Population | 2,271 | 1,130 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 218 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Farkawn
Farkawn 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 Farkawn
Farkawn is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Farkawn is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champhai to Farkawn 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 Farkawn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farkawn 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 Farkawn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farkawn 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 Farkawn
Where is Farkawn located?
Farkawn village is located in Khawbung Subdivision, Champhai district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Farkawn?
The pincode of Farkawn is 796320.
What is the population of Farkawn?
Farkawn has a total population of 2,700, including 1,348 males and 1,352 females.
How many households are there in Farkawn?
There are 553 households in Farkawn.
What is the literacy rate in Farkawn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farkawn is 84.11%. Male literacy is 83.83% and female literacy is 84.39%.