Pholami (New) - Sakraba, Phek
Pholami (New) is a village situated in the Sakraba circle of Phek district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakraba and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Phek.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pholami (New) is 267863. The village falls under the 797108 pincode. Pfutsero is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chizami Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pholami (New)
According to the 2011 Census, Pholami (New) village had a total population of 873 people, including 454 males and 419 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.89%, with male literacy at 86.76% and female literacy at 78.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 863.
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 | 873 | 454 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 863 | 446 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 308 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 146 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Pholami (New)
Pholami (New) 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 Pholami (New)
Pholami (New) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pfutsero to Pholami (New) is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phek to Pholami (New) is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pholami (New)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pholami (New) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pholami (New)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pholami (New) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pholami (New)
Where is Pholami (New) located?
Pholami (New) village is located in Sakraba Circle, Phek district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Pholami (New)?
The pincode of Pholami (New) is 797108.
What is the population of Pholami (New)?
Pholami (New) had a total population of 873, including 454 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Pholami (New)?
Pholami (New) had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pholami (New)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pholami (New) was 82.89%. Male literacy was 86.76% and female literacy was 78.72%.