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)
As per Census 2011, Nihoshe (S) village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 286 males and 299 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 580 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nihoshe (S) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 286 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| 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) has a total population of 585, including 286 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Nihoshe (S)?
There are 88 households in Nihoshe (S).
What is the literacy rate in Nihoshe (S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihoshe (S) is 79.32%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 81.61%.