West Phaileng

West Phaileng is a census town in Mamit district, in the Indian state of Mizoram. It is one of the largest settlements in the district and serves as a key administrative and economic center for the western region of Mizoram.

Demographics

According to the 2011 Census of India, West Phaileng had a population of 6,066. The official language is Mizo. The majority of the population belongs to the Mizo ethnic group, and the town has a high literacy rate, consistent with the state average.

West Phaileng has several government and private schools providing primary and secondary education, including West Phaileng Higher Secondary School. The town is a local educational center for the surrounding rural areas.

The town has a government-run Community Health Centre and several private clinics serving residents and nearby villages.

West Phaileng is an important administrative center for the western part of Mamit district and hosts several government offices, including those related to rural development and forest management.