Changzawl - Ngopa, Saitual
Changzawl is a village situated in the Ngopa subdivision of Saitual district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 46 km from Ngopa and around 105 km from Champhai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changzawl is 271301. The village falls under the 796261 pincode. Khawzawl is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Changzawl village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Lengteng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changzawl
According to the 2011 Census, Changzawl village had a total population of 452 people, including 255 males and 197 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 773 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.92%, with male literacy at 95.96% and female literacy at 91.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
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 | 452 | 255 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 244 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 214 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 41 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Changzawl
Changzawl 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 Changzawl
Changzawl is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Khawzawl to Changzawl is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champhai to Changzawl is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Changzawl
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changzawl village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Changzawl
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changzawl 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 Changzawl
Where is Changzawl located?
Changzawl village is located in Ngopa Subdivision, Saitual district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Changzawl?
The pincode of Changzawl is 796261.
What is the population of Changzawl?
Changzawl had a total population of 452, including 255 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Changzawl?
Changzawl had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Changzawl?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changzawl was 93.92%. Male literacy was 95.96% and female literacy was 91.28%.