Phor
Phor 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 Phor Block (CD) is 01804. Total area of phor circle is 139 km². Phor circle has a population of 5,117 peoples. Phor circle has a population density of 36.89 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 1,169 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 42.33% population of phor circle is literate, out of which 50.97% males and 32.83% females are literate.
List of Villages in Phor Circle
Phor Circle has a total of 10 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 Phor Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hutsu | N/A | Phek (156 km) |
| 2 | Kuzatu | N/A | Phek (134 km) |
| 3 | New Phor | N/A | Phek (159 km) |
| 4 | Phor | N/A | Phek Town (154 km) |
| 5 | Satuza | N/A | Phek (105 km) |
| 6 | Weziho | N/A | Phek (95 km) |
| 7 | Weziho Town | N/A | Phek (134 km) |
| 8 | Wuzu | N/A | Phek (174 km) |
| 9 | Yesi | N/A | Phek (164 km) |
| 10 | Yesisotha Centre | N/A | Phek (111 km) |
Population of Phor Circle
The population profile of Phor 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 Phor's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,117 | 5,117 | N/A |
| Male Population | 2,680 | 2,680 | N/A |
| Female Population | 2,437 | 2,437 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 992 | 992 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 484 | 484 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 508 | 508 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,166 | 2,166 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,366 | 1,366 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 800 | 800 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 2,951 | 2,951 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,314 | 1,314 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,637 | 1,637 | N/A |
| Total Households | 1,169 | 1,169 | N/A |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Phor 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 | 4,937 | 4,937 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,566 | 2,566 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,371 | 2,371 | N/A |
| Population Density | 37 / km² | 37 / km² | N/A |