Khualen - Khawzawl
Khualen is a village situated in the Khawzawl subdivision of Khawzawl district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 23 km from Khawzawl and around 63 km from Champhai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khualen is 271310. The village falls under the 796310 pincode. Khawzawl is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khualen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tuichang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khualen
As per Census 2011, Khualen village has a total population of 239 people, consisting of 129 males and 110 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khualen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 239 | 129 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 104 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Khualen
Khualen 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 Khualen
Khualen is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Khawzawl to Khualen is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champhai to Khualen is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khualen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khualen 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 Khualen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khualen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khualen
Where is Khualen located?
Khualen village is located in Khawzawl Subdivision, Khawzawl district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Khualen?
The pincode of Khualen is 796310.
What is the population of Khualen?
Khualen has a total population of 239, including 129 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Khualen?
There are 50 households in Khualen.
What is the literacy rate in Khualen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khualen is 76.15%. Male literacy is 80.62% and female literacy is 70.91%.