Nikhekhu

Nikhekhu is a village located in Nihokhu circle of Dimapur district in Nagaland, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Nihokhu (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Dimapur.

Nikhekhu has its own place in the vibrant Dimapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nikhekhu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nikhekhu is 267648. Dimapur is nearest town to Nikhekhu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

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Population of Nikhekhu

Below is a concise population overview of Nikhekhu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,379 1,219 1,160
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 617 348 269
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 724 353 371
Literate Population 540 275 265
Illiterate Population 1,839 944 895

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nikhekhu village:

  • The total population of Nikhekhu village is around 2,379, including approximately 1,219 males and 1,160 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 617 children aged 0–6 years in Nikhekhu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nikhekhu village has 724 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nikhekhu village is about 22.70%, with male literacy at 22.56% and female literacy at 22.84%.
  • There are around 452 households in Nikhekhu village.

Connectivity of Nikhekhu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nikhekhu. As per the 2011 stats, Nikhekhu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nikhekhu

Knowing the nearby villages of Nikhekhu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nikhekhu.

Hozhukhe Sukhato Nihokhu Toshiho Hokhezhe Khehoyi Ghokuto New Showuba

Frequently Asked Questions about Nikhekhu

Where is Nikhekhu located?
Nikhekhu village is situated in Nihokhu Circle, within the Dimapur district of Nagaland, India.
What is the population of Nikhekhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikhekhu is 2,379, with 1,219 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Nikhekhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikhekhu village has a total of 452 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikhekhu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikhekhu is 22.70%. The male literacy rate is 22.56%, while the female literacy rate is 22.84%.