Kigwe Town
Kigwe Town is a village located in Jakhama circle of Kohima district in Nagaland, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhama (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Kohima.
Here you can discover what makes Kigwe Town unique in its vibrant Jakhama-Kohima region. You’ll see Kigwe Town’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kigwe Town
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kigwe Town is 268265. Kohima is nearest town to Kigwe Town village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kigwe Town
Population of Kigwe Town
According to the 2011 Census, Kigwe Town has a total population of about 1,228, with approximately 636 males and 592 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,052. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.02%, with male literacy at about 68.24% and female literacy near 65.71%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kigwe Town's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 636 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,052 | 519 | 533 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 434 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 202 | 203 |
Connectivity of Kigwe Town
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kigwe Town. As per the 2011 stats, Kigwe Town had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kigwe Town
Knowing the nearby villages of Kigwe Town helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kigwe Town.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kigwe Town
- Where is Kigwe Town located?
- Kigwe Town village is situated in Jakhama Circle, within the Kohima district of Nagaland, India.
- What is the pincode of Kigwe Town?
- The pincode of Kigwe Town is 797120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kigwe Town as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kigwe Town is 1,228, with 636 males and 592 females.
- How many households are there in Kigwe Town as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kigwe Town village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kigwe Town as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kigwe Town is 67.02%. The male literacy rate is 68.24%, while the female literacy rate is 65.71%.