Phura


Phura is an important and census town in Mara Autonomous District Council in southern part of Mizoram state in Northeast India. It is the only plain area within Maraland. It is often called as the barn of Maraland due to its large production of rice from the fields in the plain surrounding the town. The people of this town speak a dialect of Mara known as Zyhno/Hlaipao Vahapi.It is inhabited by the Hlaipao tribes.It has only two village councils- Phura North and Phura South.
Pala Lake, the biggest lake in Mizoram state lies about 6 km from this town. It is one of the most visited tourist spots in Maraland.

Road connectivity

Phura town is represented by one Member of District Council.

Schools

There is up to High School in Phura. For higher education, students usually go to Siaha, Aizawl and other Indian cities and towns.

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