Sangphur - Shamator
Sangphur is a village situated in the Shamator circle of Shamator district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 10 km from Shamator Hq and around 46 km from Tuensang.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangphur is 267997. The village falls under the 798612 pincode. Tuensang is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sangphur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Shamator chessore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangphur
As per Census 2011, Sangphur village has a total population of 2,314 people, consisting of 1,110 males and 1,204 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 541 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,096 literate and 1,218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,310 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangphur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,314 | 1,110 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 250 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,310 | 1,108 | 1,202 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 627 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,218 | 483 | 735 |
Nearby Villages of Sangphur
Sangphur 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 Sangphur
Public transport in the Sangphur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 to Sangphur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tuensang to Sangphur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangphur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangphur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sangphur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangphur 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 Sangphur
Where is Sangphur located?
Sangphur village is located in Shamator Circle, Shamator district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Sangphur?
The pincode of Sangphur is 798612.
What is the population of Sangphur?
Sangphur has a total population of 2,314, including 1,110 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Sangphur?
There are 434 households in Sangphur.
What is the literacy rate in Sangphur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangphur is 47.36%. Male literacy is 56.49% and female literacy is 38.95%.