Silbanga - Chawngte, Lawngtlai
Silbanga is a village situated in the Chawngte subdivision of Lawngtlai district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 140 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamalanagar and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Lawngtlai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silbanga is 271674. The village falls under the 796770 pincode. Chawngte is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Silbanga 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 Silbanga
According to the 2011 Census, Silbanga village had a total population of 185 people, including 101 males and 84 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.19%, with male literacy at 23.46% and female literacy at 2.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 19 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 82 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Silbanga
Silbanga 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 Silbanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Silbanga.
| 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 Chawngte to Silbanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lawngtlai to Silbanga is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silbanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silbanga 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 Silbanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silbanga 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 Silbanga
Where is Silbanga located?
Silbanga village is located in Chawngte Subdivision, Lawngtlai district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Silbanga?
The pincode of Silbanga is 796770.
What is the population of Silbanga?
Silbanga had a total population of 185, including 101 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Silbanga?
Silbanga had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silbanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silbanga was 14.19%. Male literacy was 23.46% and female literacy was 2.99%.