Wochan - Ralan, Wokha
Wochan is a village situated in the Ralan circle of Wokha district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralan and around 210 km from the district headquarters in Wokha.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wochan is 267492. The village falls under the 797112 pincode. Dimapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wochan
According to the 2011 Census, Wochan village had a total population of 307 people, including 160 males and 147 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.63%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 99.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 307 | 160 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 18 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Wochan
Wochan 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 Wochan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wochan.
| 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 Dimapur to Wochan is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wokha to Wochan is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wochan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wochan 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 Wochan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wochan 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 Wochan
Where is Wochan located?
Wochan village is located in Ralan Circle, Wokha district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Wochan?
The pincode of Wochan is 797112.
What is the population of Wochan?
Wochan had a total population of 307, including 160 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Wochan?
Wochan had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wochan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wochan was 99.63%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 99.23%.