Old Mhai - Jalukie, Peren
Old Mhai is a village situated in the Jalukie circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalukie and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Old Mhai is 268323. The village falls under the 797110 pincode. Jaluki Town is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Peren Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Old Mhai
According to the 2011 Census, Old Mhai village had a total population of 594 people, including 298 males and 296 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 71.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 562.
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 | 594 | 298 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 278 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 191 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 107 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Old Mhai
Old Mhai 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 Old Mhai
Old Mhai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jaluki Town to Old Mhai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Peren to Old Mhai is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Old Mhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Old Mhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Old Mhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Old Mhai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Old Mhai
Where is Old Mhai located?
Old Mhai village is located in Jalukie Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Old Mhai?
The pincode of Old Mhai is 797110.
What is the population of Old Mhai?
Old Mhai had a total population of 594, including 298 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Old Mhai?
Old Mhai had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Old Mhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Old Mhai was 72.51%. Male literacy was 73.75% and female literacy was 71.26%.