Sankiton - Wozhuro, Wokha
Sankiton is a village situated in the Wozhuro circle of Wokha district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wozhuro and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Wokha.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankiton is 267507. The village falls under the 797111 pincode. Wokha is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Wokha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankiton
According to the 2011 Census, Sankiton village had a total population of 1,141 people, including 547 males and 594 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.90%, with male literacy at 81.78% and female literacy at 76.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,128.
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 | 1,141 | 547 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,128 | 544 | 584 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 368 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 179 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Sankiton
Sankiton 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 Sankiton
Sankiton is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Wokha to Sankiton is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankiton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankiton 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 Sankiton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankiton village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankiton
Where is Sankiton located?
Sankiton village is located in Wozhuro Circle, Wokha district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Sankiton?
The pincode of Sankiton is 797111.
What is the population of Sankiton?
Sankiton had a total population of 1,141, including 547 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Sankiton?
Sankiton had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankiton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankiton was 78.90%. Male literacy was 81.78% and female literacy was 76.37%.