Nzau - Tening, Peren
Nzau is a village situated in the Tening circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tening and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nzau is 268388. The village falls under the 797101 pincode. Peren is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Nzau 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 Nzau
According to the 2011 Census, Nzau village had a total population of 1,430 people, including 730 males and 700 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.32%, with male literacy at 69.07% and female literacy at 43.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,425.
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 | 1,430 | 730 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 161 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,425 | 727 | 698 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 393 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 337 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Nzau
Nzau 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 Nzau
Nzau 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 >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 Nzau is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nzau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nzau 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 Nzau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nzau 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 Nzau
Where is Nzau located?
Nzau village is located in Tening Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Nzau?
The pincode of Nzau is 797101.
What is the population of Nzau?
Nzau had a total population of 1,430, including 730 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Nzau?
Nzau had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nzau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nzau was 56.32%. Male literacy was 69.07% and female literacy was 43.24%.