Vanzau - Khawbung, Champhai
Vanzau is a village situated in the Khawbung subdivision of Champhai district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khawbung and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Champhai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanzau is 271358. The village falls under the 796320 pincode. Champhai is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Vanzau
According to the 2011 Census, Vanzau village had a total population of 657 people, including 345 males and 312 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.16%, with male literacy at 92.28% and female literacy at 81.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 649.
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 | 657 | 345 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 649 | 341 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 263 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 82 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Vanzau
Vanzau 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 Vanzau
Vanzau 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 | 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 Vanzau is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champhai to Vanzau is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanzau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanzau 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 Vanzau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanzau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vanzau
Where is Vanzau located?
Vanzau village is located in Khawbung Subdivision, Champhai district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Vanzau?
The pincode of Vanzau is 796320.
What is the population of Vanzau?
Vanzau had a total population of 657, including 345 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Vanzau?
Vanzau had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanzau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanzau was 87.16%. Male literacy was 92.28% and female literacy was 81.54%.