Zehtet - Lungsen, Lunglei
Zehtet is a village situated in the Lungsen subdivision of Lunglei district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 90 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 Zehtet is 271516. The village falls under the 796701 pincode. Chawngte is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Zehtet
According to the 2011 Census, Zehtet village had a total population of 458 people, including 262 males and 196 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 748 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 87.24% and female literacy at 61.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 456.
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 | 458 | 262 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 66 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 260 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 171 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 91 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Zehtet
Zehtet 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 Zehtet
Zehtet 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 Chawngte to Zehtet is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lunglei to Zehtet 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 Zehtet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zehtet 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 Zehtet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zehtet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Zehtet
Where is Zehtet located?
Zehtet village is located in Lungsen Subdivision, Lunglei district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Zehtet?
The pincode of Zehtet is 796701.
What is the population of Zehtet?
Zehtet had a total population of 458, including 262 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Zehtet?
Zehtet had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zehtet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zehtet was 75.64%. Male literacy was 87.24% and female literacy was 61.15%.