A Study on the Quality of life and Pattern of Sugarcane Cultivation with Reference to Phulpui Village
Abstract
This paper examines the quality of life and pattern of sugarcane cultivation amomg the residents of Phulpui village in Mizoram. Phulpui Village is depicted as a growing and well-connected rural center by the thorough statistics in every category. The town has a good level of rural life with nearly universal access to water (81 households), a trend toward modern energy like LPG, and high satisfaction with living conditions and transportation. The majority of people are still content in the areas of economic possibilities and education, despite the fact that they provide the greatest potential for future development. Although specialised planting initiatives are growing, sugarcane is mostly grown in Mizoram as a commercial crop and is frequently included into the traditional slash-and-burn (jhum) technique. Methodology: Descriptive survey method was employed for the present study.Sampling: Simple random technique was employed for the present study in which 90 households have participated. Both primary and secondary data were employed for the present study. the study reveals that with respect to the quality of life satisfaction and sugar cane cultivation the residents of Phulpui Village were found to be well satisfied. However, there are few limitations and setbacks faced by Pulpui village and the main challenges show: (a) Infrastructure Gaps: The village lacks extensive tourist amenities, such as diverse restaurants, hotels, or advanced healthcare facilities.(b) Accessibility: Roads can be challenging, particularly for, larger vehicles, and can be very slippery during the monsoon season.(c) Isolation: Its remote location means that residents are far from major urban centers. Overall, Phulpui is characterized as a developing, well-connected rural hub with high satisfaction regarding its peaceful, close-knit, and traditional environment.
How to Cite This Article
Dr. Lalmalsawma Ralte, C Lalhumbika (2025). A Study on the Quality of life and Pattern of Sugarcane Cultivation with Reference to Phulpui Village . International Journal of Agriculture Sustainable Farming (IJASF), 1(1), 23-36. DOI: https://doi.org/10.54660/IJASF.2025.1.1.23-36