Phek Sadar
Phek Sadar is a Town and Circle in Phek District of Nagaland. In India, a circle is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Phek Sadar Block (CD) is 01801. The total area of Phek Sadar Circle is 327 km², which includes 322.40 km² of rural area and 4.85 km² of urban area. Phek Sadar has a sex ratio of approximately 867 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Phek Sadar Circle
Phek Sadar Circle has a total of 15 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Phek Sadar Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chosaba | N/A | Phek (4 km) |
| 2 | Ketsapo | N/A | Phek (13 km) |
| 3 | Kizari | N/A | Phek (50 km) |
| 4 | Kotisu | N/A | Phek (37 km) |
| 5 | Lanyezho | N/A | Phek (22 km) |
| 6 | Losami | N/A | Phek (18 km) |
| 7 | Losami Junction | N/A | Phek (24 km) |
| 8 | Lozaphuhu | N/A | Phek (14 km) |
| 9 | Phek Basa | N/A | Phek (13 km) |
| 10 | Phek Old Town | N/A | Phek (9 km) |
| 11 | Phek Village | N/A | Phek (9 km) |
| 12 | Satheri | N/A | Phek (3 km) |
| 13 | Sohomi | N/A | Phek (17 km) |
| 14 | Surhoba | N/A | Phek (10 km) |
| 15 | Tezatse | N/A | Phek (54 km) |
Population of Phek Sadar Circle
The population profile of Phek Sadar Circle offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Phek Sadar Circle's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,407 | 13,203 | 14,204 |
| Male Population | 14,672 | 6,697 | 7,975 |
| Female Population | 12,735 | 6,506 | 6,229 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,229 | 2,172 | 2,057 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,176 | 1,136 | 1,040 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,053 | 1,036 | 1,017 |
| Literate Population | 19,506 | 8,685 | 10,821 |
| Literate Male Population | 11,217 | 4,762 | 6,455 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,289 | 3,923 | 4,366 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,901 | 4,518 | 3,383 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,455 | 1,935 | 1,520 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,446 | 2,583 | 1,863 |
| Total Households | 6,091 | 3,217 | 2,874 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Phek Sadar Circle is around 27,407 people. This includes 14,672 males and 12,735 females. Rural population is about 13,203 (6,697 males and 6,506 females), while urban population is nearly 14,204 (7,975 males and 6,229 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 4,229 of the population, with 2,176 boys and 2,053 girls. Rural areas have 2,172 children, and urban areas have about 2,057 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 19,506 literate people in Phek Sadar Circle, including 11,217 literate males and 8,289 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 8,685 individuals and urban literacy covers around 10,821 people.
- About 7,901 people in Phek Sadar Circle are not literate, including 3,455 males and 4,446 females. Rural areas include 4,518 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 3,383 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 6,091 households, with 3,217 in villages and 2,874 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Phek Sadar Circle, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 24,755 | 12,989 | 11,766 |
| ST Male Population | 12,667 | 6,555 | 6,112 |
| ST Female Population | 12,088 | 6,434 | 5,654 |
| Population Density | 84 / km² | 41 / km² | 2,929 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Phek Sadar Circle is about 24,755 people, including 12,667 males and 12,088 females. Around 12,989 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 11,766 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 84 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 41 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 2,929 people per sq. km.