Yikhum

Yikhum is a village located in Englan circle of Wokha district in Nagaland, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Englan (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Wokha.

Yikhum has its own place in the vibrant Wokha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Yikhum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yikhum is 267544. Wokha is nearest town to Yikhum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Yikhum

Below is a concise population overview of Yikhum as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,174 1,571 1,603
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 373 204 169
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3,167 1,568 1,599
Literate Population 2,007 1,062 945
Illiterate Population 1,167 509 658

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Yikhum village:

  • The total population of Yikhum village is around 3,174, including approximately 1,571 males and 1,603 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 373 children aged 0–6 years in Yikhum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Yikhum village has 3,167 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Yikhum village is about 63.23%, with male literacy at 67.60% and female literacy at 58.95%.
  • There are around 461 households in Yikhum village.

Connectivity of Yikhum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yikhum. As per the 2011 stats, Yikhum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Yikhum

Knowing the nearby villages of Yikhum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yikhum.

Thillong Riphyim Englan Comp Englan Hq Nungying Koio Seluku Chukitong Thenyayan Tsungiki

Frequently Asked Questions about Yikhum

Where is Yikhum located?
Yikhum village is situated in Englan Circle, within the Wokha district of Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Yikhum?
The pincode of Yikhum is 797111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Yikhum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yikhum is 3,174, with 1,571 males and 1,603 females.
How many households are there in Yikhum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Yikhum village has a total of 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yikhum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yikhum is 63.23%. The male literacy rate is 67.60%, while the female literacy rate is 58.95%.