Wapher - Shamator
Wapher is a village situated in the Shamator circle of Shamator district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 10 km from Shamator Hq and around 66 km from Tuensang.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wapher is 268004. The village falls under the 798612 pincode. Tuensang is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Wapher 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 Wapher
According to the 2011 Census, Wapher village had a total population of 996 people, including 507 males and 489 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.84%, with male literacy at 71.76% and female literacy at 59.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 989.
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 | 996 | 507 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 160 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 989 | 503 | 486 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 249 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 258 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Wapher
Wapher 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 Wapher
Wapher is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 to Wapher is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wapher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wapher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wapher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wapher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wapher
Where is Wapher located?
Wapher village is located in Shamator Circle, Shamator district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Wapher?
The pincode of Wapher is 798612.
What is the population of Wapher?
Wapher had a total population of 996, including 507 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Wapher?
Wapher had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wapher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wapher was 65.84%. Male literacy was 71.76% and female literacy was 59.82%.