Akuk (New) - Aitepyong, Wokha
Akuk (New) is a village situated in the Aitepyong circle of Wokha district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aitepyong and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Wokha.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akuk (New) is 267423. The village falls under the 797111 pincode. Wokha is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Akuk (New) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akuk (New)
As per Census 2011, Akuk (New) village has a total population of 402 people, consisting of 213 males and 189 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akuk (New) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 213 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 213 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 150 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 63 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Akuk (New)
Akuk (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 Akuk (New)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Akuk (New).
| 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 Wokha to Akuk (New) is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akuk (New)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akuk (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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akuk (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 Akuk (New) 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 Akuk (New)
Where is Akuk (New) located?
Akuk (New) village is located in Aitepyong Circle, Wokha district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Akuk (New)?
The pincode of Akuk (New) is 797111.
What is the population of Akuk (New)?
Akuk (New) has a total population of 402, including 213 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Akuk (New)?
There are 139 households in Akuk (New).
What is the literacy rate in Akuk (New)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akuk (New) is 63.93%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 56.61%.