Vairawkai - Lungsen, Lunglei
Vairawkai 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 115 km from the district headquarters in Lunglei.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vairawkai is 271520. The village falls under the 796701 pincode. Chawngte is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Vairawkai
According to the 2011 Census, Vairawkai village had a total population of 168 people, including 83 males and 85 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.07%, with male literacy at 35.94% and female literacy at 30.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 60 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Vairawkai
Vairawkai 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 Vairawkai
Vairawkai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >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 Vairawkai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lunglei to Vairawkai is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vairawkai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vairawkai 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 Vairawkai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vairawkai 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 Vairawkai
Where is Vairawkai located?
Vairawkai village is located in Lungsen Subdivision, Lunglei district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Vairawkai?
The pincode of Vairawkai is 796701.
What is the population of Vairawkai?
Vairawkai had a total population of 168, including 83 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Vairawkai?
Vairawkai had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vairawkai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vairawkai was 33.07%. Male literacy was 35.94% and female literacy was 30.16%.