Bawlte - Reiek, Mamit
Bawlte is a village situated in the Reiek subdivision of Mamit district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Reiek and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Mamit.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawlte is 271129. The village falls under the 796501 pincode. Lengpui is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bawlte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dampa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawlte
According to the 2011 Census, Bawlte village had a total population of 330 people, including 173 males and 157 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.10%, with male literacy at 95.95% and female literacy at 96.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 321.
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 | 330 | 173 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 169 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Bawlte
Bawlte 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 Bawlte
Bawlte 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 Lengpui to Bawlte is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mamit to Bawlte is about 103 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 Bawlte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawlte 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bawlte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawlte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bawlte
Where is Bawlte located?
Bawlte village is located in Reiek Subdivision, Mamit district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Bawlte?
The pincode of Bawlte is 796501.
What is the population of Bawlte?
Bawlte had a total population of 330, including 173 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Bawlte?
Bawlte had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bawlte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawlte was 96.10%. Male literacy was 95.95% and female literacy was 96.27%.