Husto - Aquqhnaqua, Niuland
Husto is a village situated in the Aquqhnaqua circle of Niuland district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 7 km from Aquqhnaqua and around 28 km from Dimapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Husto is 267611. The village falls under the 797112 pincode. Dimapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ghaspani-i Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Husto
According to the 2011 Census, Husto village had a total population of 279 people, including 145 males and 134 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.69%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 75.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 240.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 121 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 100 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 45 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Husto
Husto is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Husto
Husto is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dimapur to Husto is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Husto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Husto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Husto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Husto village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Husto
Where is Husto located?
Husto village is located in Aquqhnaqua Circle, Niuland district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Husto?
The pincode of Husto is 797112.
What is the population of Husto?
Husto had a total population of 279, including 145 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Husto?
Husto had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Husto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Husto was 77.69%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 75.21%.