Tinam
Tinam is a village located in the eastern part of Zokhua District, Hakha Township, Chin State, Myanmar. It lies 36 miles from Hakha City at an elevation of approximately 4,800 feet above sea level.
Tinam was founded around AD 1850 by Pu Hlei Hnin (Minhrin family) and Pu Ceu Tling (Tumpa family) from Sakta Village, Senthang. Pu Ceu Tling served as the first village chief of Tinam.
Geography
- Neighboring villages: Lamtuk to the east; Pumlen and Ruavan to the west; Bungtuah and Langpho to the north; Malsawm to the south.
- Mountains: Phubo, Arthlabo, and Siakiam to the east; Torchuang to the north; Inncung, Khuasiabo, Cawtaubo, and Vanrawng to the south.
- Waterways: Riva River to the north; Cuiva and Vongva Streams to the south.
Religion
The first missionary worker in Tinam was Rev. Sang Fen from Zokhua Village. The first missionary worker from Tinam was Pu Rual Hngak, who served in Mok Village, Gangaw Township. The first convert to Christianity in Tinam was Pu Ui Hmuh.
Today, there are three church denominations in the village:
- Tinam Baptist Church
- Salem Baptist Church
- Believer Church
Pastors who have served in Tinam Baptist Church include:
Pastor Hrang Uk, Rev. Hram Luai, Rev. Dr. Ceu Ham, Rev. Van Maung Lian, Rev. Tawk Peng, Rev. Thla Tin Thang, Rev. Thlia Zing, and Pastor Ceu Tha Awi.
Rev. Khamh Cung Lian is the senior pastor at Believer Church in Tinam.
Education
A private school was established in Tinam in AD 1949 under the leadership of Rev. Hrang Uk. It functioned as a branch of the State High School and has since grown to offer classes up to Grade 12.
Health
The village has a Rural Health Clinic, with a particular focus on maternal and child health (MCH).
Economy
The people of Tinam earn their living mainly through farming and shifting cultivation.
Current Population
Tinam has 130 households and approximately 500 inhabitants.
