Sailen Village - Lungsen, Lunglei
Sailen is a village situated in the Lungsen subdivision of Lunglei district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lungsen and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Lunglei.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sailen is 271515. The village falls under the 796701 pincode. Chawngte is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sailen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunglei South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sailen
As per Census 2011, Sailen village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 60 males and 79 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,316 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sailen are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 60 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 9 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 60 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 18 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sailen
Sailen 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 Sailen
Sailen 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 Chawngte to Sailen is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lunglei to Sailen is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sailen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sailen 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 Sailen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sailen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sailen
Where is Sailen located?
Sailen village is located in Lungsen Subdivision, Lunglei district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Sailen?
The pincode of Sailen is 796701.
What is the population of Sailen?
Sailen has a total population of 139, including 60 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Sailen?
There are 30 households in Sailen.
What is the literacy rate in Sailen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailen is 58.27%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 49.37%.