Penkim

Penkim is a village located in Khongsa circle of Kiphire district in Nagaland, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Khongsa (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Kiphire.

Penkim has its own place in the vibrant Kiphire 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 Penkim

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penkim is 268178. Kiphire is nearest town to Penkim village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.

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Population of Penkim

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 752 382 370
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 229 115 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 740 375 365
Literate Population 240 148 92
Illiterate Population 512 234 278

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

  • The total population of Penkim village is around 752, including approximately 382 males and 370 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 229 children aged 0–6 years in Penkim village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Penkim village has 740 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Penkim village is about 31.91%, with male literacy at 38.74% and female literacy at 24.86%.
  • There are around 167 households in Penkim village.

Connectivity of Penkim

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penkim. As per the 2011 stats, Penkim 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Penkim

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

Salomi Khongsa Hq Fakim Vongtsowong Tsundang Thanamir Khong Rumensinyu

Frequently Asked Questions about Penkim

Where is Penkim located?
Penkim village is situated in Khongsa Circle, within the Kiphire district of Nagaland, India.
What is the population of Penkim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penkim is 752, with 382 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Penkim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penkim village has a total of 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penkim as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penkim is 31.91%. The male literacy rate is 38.74%, while the female literacy rate is 24.86%.