Lengte - Reiek, Mamit
Lengte is a village situated in the Reiek subdivision of Mamit district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Reiek and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Mamit.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lengte is 271118. The village falls under the 796410 pincode. Lengpui is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Lengte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mamit Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lengte
According to the 2011 Census, Lengte village had a total population of 583 people, including 304 males and 279 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.15%, with male literacy at 98.33% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 581.
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 | 583 | 304 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 64 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 304 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 236 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 68 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Lengte
Lengte 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 Lengte
Lengte 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 Lengte is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mamit to Lengte is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lengte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lengte 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 Lengte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lengte 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 Lengte
Where is Lengte located?
Lengte village is located in Reiek Subdivision, Mamit district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Lengte?
The pincode of Lengte is 796410.
What is the population of Lengte?
Lengte had a total population of 583, including 304 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Lengte?
Lengte had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lengte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lengte was 99.15%. Male literacy was 98.33% and female literacy was 100.00%.