Khawhnai - West Phaileng, Mamit
Khawhnai is a village situated in the West Phaileng subdivision of Mamit district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in W.phaileng and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mamit.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawhnai is 271084. The village falls under the 796431 pincode. Mamit is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Khawhnai 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 Khawhnai
According to the 2011 Census, Khawhnai village had a total population of 417 people, including 230 males and 187 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.53%, with male literacy at 97.88% and female literacy at 90.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 414.
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 | 417 | 230 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 229 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 185 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 45 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Khawhnai
Khawhnai 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 Khawhnai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khawhnai.
| 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 Mamit to Khawhnai is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawhnai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawhnai 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 Khawhnai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawhnai 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 Khawhnai
Where is Khawhnai located?
Khawhnai village is located in West Phaileng Subdivision, Mamit district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Khawhnai?
The pincode of Khawhnai is 796431.
What is the population of Khawhnai?
Khawhnai had a total population of 417, including 230 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Khawhnai?
Khawhnai had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawhnai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawhnai was 94.53%. Male literacy was 97.88% and female literacy was 90.00%.