New Showuba - Nihokhu, Niuland
New Showuba is a village situated in the Nihokhu circle of Niuland district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 10 km from Nihohhu and around 22 km from Dimapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Showuba is 267654. The village falls under the 797115 pincode. Dimapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
New Showuba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghaspani-ii Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of New Showuba
According to the 2011 Census, New Showuba village had a total population of 533 people, including 254 males and 279 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.95%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 66.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 469.
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 | 533 | 254 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 46 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 220 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 152 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 102 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of New Showuba
New Showuba 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 New Showuba
New Showuba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dimapur to New Showuba is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Showuba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Showuba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in New Showuba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Showuba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about New Showuba
Where is New Showuba located?
New Showuba village is located in Nihokhu Circle, Niuland district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of New Showuba?
The pincode of New Showuba is 797115.
What is the population of New Showuba?
New Showuba had a total population of 533, including 254 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in New Showuba?
New Showuba had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Showuba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Showuba was 69.95%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 66.97%.