Kephore - Chessore, Shamator
Kephore is a village situated in the Chessore circle of Shamator district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 14 km from Mangko and around 127 km from Tuensang.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kephore is 268016. The village falls under the 798612 pincode. Tuensang Town is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Shamator chessore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kephore
According to the 2011 Census, Kephore village had a total population of 234 people, including 133 males and 101 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 759 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.16%, with male literacy at 71.05% and female literacy at 59.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 233.
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 | 234 | 133 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 133 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 81 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 52 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kephore
Kephore 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 Kephore
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kephore.
| 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 Tuensang Town to Kephore is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tuensang to Kephore is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kephore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kephore 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 Kephore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kephore 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 Kephore
Where is Kephore located?
Kephore village is located in Chessore Circle, Shamator district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Kephore?
The pincode of Kephore is 798612.
What is the population of Kephore?
Kephore had a total population of 234, including 133 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Kephore?
Kephore had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kephore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kephore was 66.16%. Male literacy was 71.05% and female literacy was 59.52%.