Mualpheng - Phullen, Saitual
Mualpheng is a village situated in the Phullen subdivision of Saitual district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 42 km from Thingsulthliah and around 80 km from Aizawl.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mualpheng is 271280. The village falls under the 796261 pincode. Saitual is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mualpheng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tawi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mualpheng
According to the 2011 Census, Mualpheng village had a total population of 734 people, including 366 males and 368 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.27%, with male literacy at 97.75% and female literacy at 96.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 728.
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 | 734 | 366 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 728 | 364 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 304 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 62 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Mualpheng
Mualpheng 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 Mualpheng
Mualpheng is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saitual to Mualpheng is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aizawl to Mualpheng is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mualpheng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mualpheng village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mualpheng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mualpheng village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mualpheng
Where is Mualpheng located?
Mualpheng village is located in Phullen Subdivision, Saitual district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Mualpheng?
The pincode of Mualpheng is 796261.
What is the population of Mualpheng?
Mualpheng had a total population of 734, including 366 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Mualpheng?
Mualpheng had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mualpheng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mualpheng was 97.27%. Male literacy was 97.75% and female literacy was 96.79%.