Vartek - Sangau, Lawngtlai
Vartek is a village situated in the Sangau subdivision of Lawngtlai district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangau and around 153 km from the district headquarters in Lawngtlai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vartek is 271764. The village falls under the 796901 pincode. Saiha is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Vartek 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 Vartek
According to the 2011 Census, Vartek village had a total population of 217 people, including 112 males and 105 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.33%, with male literacy at 91.21% and female literacy at 87.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 29 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Vartek
Vartek 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 Vartek
Vartek 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 | 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 Vartek is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lawngtlai to Vartek is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vartek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vartek 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vartek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vartek village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vartek
Where is Vartek located?
Vartek village is located in Sangau Subdivision, Lawngtlai district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Vartek?
The pincode of Vartek is 796901.
What is the population of Vartek?
Vartek had a total population of 217, including 112 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Vartek?
Vartek had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vartek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vartek was 89.33%. Male literacy was 91.21% and female literacy was 87.36%.