Sailen - 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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Lunglei South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sailen
According to the 2011 Census, Sailen village had a total population of 139 people, including 60 males and 79 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,317 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 65.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 139 | 60 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 9 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 139, including 60 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Sailen?
Sailen had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sailen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailen was 72.97%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 65.00%.