Archhuang - Sangau, Lawngtlai
Archhuang is a village situated in the Sangau subdivision of Lawngtlai district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangau and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Lawngtlai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Archhuang is 271776. The village falls under the 796901 pincode. Saiha is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Archhuang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Lawngtlai East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Archhuang
According to the 2011 Census, Archhuang village had a total population of 599 people, including 306 males and 293 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.55%, with male literacy at 90.87% and female literacy at 88.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 595.
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 | 599 | 306 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 304 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 219 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 87 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Archhuang
Archhuang 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 Archhuang
Archhuang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Saiha to Archhuang is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lawngtlai to Archhuang is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Archhuang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Archhuang 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 Archhuang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Archhuang 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 Archhuang
Where is Archhuang located?
Archhuang village is located in Sangau Subdivision, Lawngtlai district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Archhuang?
The pincode of Archhuang is 796901.
What is the population of Archhuang?
Archhuang had a total population of 599, including 306 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Archhuang?
Archhuang had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Archhuang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Archhuang was 89.55%. Male literacy was 90.87% and female literacy was 88.16%.