Nihoshe (S) - Aghunato, Zunheboto
Nihoshe (S) is a village situated in the Aghunato circle of Zunheboto district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aghunato and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Zunheboto.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihoshe (S) is 267293. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 798620 pincode. Zunheboto is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Nihoshe (S) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Aghunato Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nihoshe (S)
According to the 2011 Census, Nihoshe (S) village had a total population of 585 people, including 286 males and 299 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.88%, with male literacy at 92.44% and female literacy at 91.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 580.
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 | 585 | 286 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 283 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 220 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 66 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Nihoshe (S)
Nihoshe (S) 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 Nihoshe (S)
Nihoshe (S) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >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 Zunheboto to Nihoshe (S) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nihoshe (S)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihoshe (S) 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 Nihoshe (S)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihoshe (S) 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 Nihoshe (S)
Where is Nihoshe (S) located?
Nihoshe (S) village is located in Aghunato Circle, Zunheboto district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Nihoshe (S)?
The pincode of Nihoshe (S) is 798620.
What is the population of Nihoshe (S)?
Nihoshe (S) had a total population of 585, including 286 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Nihoshe (S)?
Nihoshe (S) had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nihoshe (S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihoshe (S) was 91.88%. Male literacy was 92.44% and female literacy was 91.39%.