Phokhungri
Phokhungri 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 information the sub-district code of Phokhungri Block (CD) is 01805. Total area of phokhungri circle is 450 km². Phokhungri circle has a population of 3,611 peoples. Phokhungri circle has a population density of 8.02 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 896 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 48.77% population of phokhungri circle is literate, out of which 56.49% males and 40.67% females are literate.
List of Villages in Phokhungri Circle
Phokhungri Circle has a total of 11 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 Phokhungri Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avankhu | N/A | Phek (290 km) |
| 2 | Laruri | N/A | Phek (215 km) |
| 3 | Letsam | N/A | Phek (198 km) |
| 4 | Mokie | N/A | Phek (151 km) |
| 5 | New Thewati | N/A | Phek (180 km) |
| 6 | Old Thewati | N/A | Phek (225 km) |
| 7 | Phokhungri Hq | N/A | Phek (181 km) |
| 8 | Phokhungri Vill | N/A | Phek (185 km) |
| 9 | Sutsu | N/A | Phek (225 km) |
| 10 | Washelo | N/A | Phek (154 km) |
| 11 | Zipu | N/A | Phek (137 km) |
Population of Phokhungri Circle
The population profile of Phokhungri 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 Phokhungri's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,611 | 3,611 | N/A |
| Male Population | 1,848 | 1,848 | N/A |
| Female Population | 1,763 | 1,763 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 735 | 735 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 361 | 361 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 374 | 374 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,761 | 1,761 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,044 | 1,044 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 717 | 717 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 1,850 | 1,850 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 804 | 804 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,046 | 1,046 | N/A |
| Total Households | 896 | 896 | N/A |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Phokhungri Circle , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.
| 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 | 3,556 | 3,556 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,801 | 1,801 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,755 | 1,755 | N/A |
| Population Density | 8 / km² | 8 / km² | N/A |