Longpuighat-I - Chawngte, Lawngtlai
Longpuighat-I is a village situated in the Chawngte subdivision of Lawngtlai district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 131 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chawngte and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Lawngtlai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longpuighat-I is 271663. The village falls under the 796770 pincode. Chawngte is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Longpuighat-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tuichawng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Longpuighat-I
As per Census 2011, Longpuighat-I village has a total population of 1,265 people, consisting of 635 males and 630 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 601 literate and 664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longpuighat-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 635 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 100 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,210 | 596 | 614 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 371 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 664 | 264 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Longpuighat-I
Longpuighat-I 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 Longpuighat-I
Public transport in the Longpuighat-I is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chawngte to Longpuighat-I is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lawngtlai to Longpuighat-I is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longpuighat-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longpuighat-I 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Longpuighat-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longpuighat-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Longpuighat-I
Where is Longpuighat-I located?
Longpuighat-I village is located in Chawngte Subdivision, Lawngtlai district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Longpuighat-I?
The pincode of Longpuighat-I is 796770.
What is the population of Longpuighat-I?
Longpuighat-I has a total population of 1,265, including 635 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Longpuighat-I?
There are 262 households in Longpuighat-I.
What is the literacy rate in Longpuighat-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longpuighat-I is 47.51%. Male literacy is 58.43% and female literacy is 36.51%.