Nkio (Old) - Tening, Peren
Nkio (Old) is a village situated in the Tening circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tening and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nkio (Old) is 268382. The village falls under the 797101 pincode. Peren is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Nkio (Old) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tenning Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nkio (Old)
As per Census 2011, Nkio (Old) village has a total population of 1,550 people, consisting of 805 males and 745 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 778 literate and 772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,542 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nkio (Old) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,550 | 805 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 103 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,542 | 802 | 740 |
| Literate Population | 778 | 442 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 363 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Nkio (Old)
Nkio (Old) 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 Nkio (Old)
Public transport in the Nkio (Old) is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Peren to Nkio (Old) is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nkio (Old)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nkio (Old) 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 Nkio (Old)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nkio (Old) 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 Nkio (Old)
Where is Nkio (Old) located?
Nkio (Old) village is located in Tening Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Nkio (Old)?
The pincode of Nkio (Old) is 797101.
What is the population of Nkio (Old)?
Nkio (Old) has a total population of 1,550, including 805 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Nkio (Old)?
There are 226 households in Nkio (Old).
What is the literacy rate in Nkio (Old)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nkio (Old) is 50.19%. Male literacy is 54.91% and female literacy is 45.10%.