Sihfa - Phullen, Saitual
Sihfa is a village situated in the Phullen subdivision of Saitual district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 43 km from Thingsulthliah and around 82 km from Aizawl.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihfa is 271271. The village falls under the 796261 pincode. Saitual is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sihfa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chalfilh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihfa
According to the 2011 Census, Sihfa village had a total population of 958 people, including 482 males and 476 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.84%, with male literacy at 98.80% and female literacy at 96.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 954.
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 | 958 | 482 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 954 | 481 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 412 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 70 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Sihfa
Sihfa 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 Sihfa
Sihfa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saitual to Sihfa is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aizawl to Sihfa is about 82 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 Sihfa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihfa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sihfa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihfa 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 Sihfa
Where is Sihfa located?
Sihfa village is located in Phullen Subdivision, Saitual district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Sihfa?
The pincode of Sihfa is 796261.
What is the population of Sihfa?
Sihfa had a total population of 958, including 482 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Sihfa?
Sihfa had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihfa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihfa was 97.84%. Male literacy was 98.80% and female literacy was 96.88%.