Khawkawn - Ngopa, Saitual
Khawkawn is a village situated in the Ngopa subdivision of Saitual district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 25 km from Ngopa and around 160 km from Champhai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawkawn is 271291. The village falls under the 796290 pincode. Khawzawl is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Lengteng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khawkawn
According to the 2011 Census, Khawkawn village had a total population of 908 people, including 452 males and 456 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.88%, with male literacy at 99.47% and female literacy at 96.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 901.
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 | 908 | 452 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 72 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 901 | 449 | 452 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 378 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 74 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Khawkawn
Khawkawn 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 Khawkawn
Khawkawn 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 Khawzawl to Khawkawn is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champhai to Khawkawn is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawkawn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawkawn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khawkawn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawkawn 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 Khawkawn
Where is Khawkawn located?
Khawkawn village is located in Ngopa Subdivision, Saitual district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Khawkawn?
The pincode of Khawkawn is 796290.
What is the population of Khawkawn?
Khawkawn had a total population of 908, including 452 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Khawkawn?
Khawkawn had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawkawn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawkawn was 97.88%. Male literacy was 99.47% and female literacy was 96.27%.