Asuto
Asuto is a Town and Circle in Zunheboto District of Nagaland. In India, a circle is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Asuto Block (CD) is 01770. The total area of Asuto Circle is 74 km². Asuto has a sex ratio of approximately 960 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Asuto Circle
Asuto Circle has a total of 27 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Asuto Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Achikuchu A | N/A | Zunheboto (47 km) |
| 2 | Achikuchu B | N/A | Zunheboto (47 km) |
| 3 | Aghulitomi | N/A | Zunheboto (35 km) |
| 4 | Akhakhu | N/A | Zunheboto (75 km) |
| 5 | Asuto Hq | N/A | Zunheboto (40 km) |
| 6 | Asuto Vill | N/A | Zunheboto (45 km) |
| 7 | Atunakugha | N/A | Zunheboto (40 km) |
| 8 | Kathara | N/A | Zunheboto (70 km) |
| 9 | Khumishi A | N/A | Zunheboto (68 km) |
| 10 | Khumishi A Y Khel | N/A | Zunheboto (67 km) |
| 11 | Khumishi B | N/A | Zunheboto (75 km) |
| 12 | Kikhevi | N/A | Zunheboto (45 km) |
| 13 | Kitahumi | N/A | Zunheboto (65 km) |
| 14 | Koiboto | N/A | Zunheboto (65 km) |
| 15 | Lizutomi | N/A | Zunheboto (50 km) |
| 16 | Melahumi | N/A | Zunheboto (40 km) |
| 17 | Ngozubomi | N/A | Zunheboto (62 km) |
| 18 | Nihoshe | N/A | Zunheboto (47 km) |
| 19 | Nizhevi | N/A | Zunheboto (35 km) |
| 20 | Sahuboto S Comp | N/A | Zunheboto (40 km) |
| 21 | Satami | N/A | Zunheboto (30 km) |
| 22 | T Island S Comp | N/A | Zunheboto (75 km) |
| 23 | Tazuhumi | N/A | Zunheboto (64 km) |
| 24 | Tokiye | N/A | Zunheboto (50 km) |
| 25 | Tuzuhumi | N/A | Zunheboto (70 km) |
| 26 | Yeshito | N/A | Zunheboto (65 km) |
| 27 | Yevishe | N/A | Zunheboto (67 km) |
Population of Asuto Circle
The population profile of Asuto Circle offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Asuto Circle's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,598 | 7,598 | N/A |
| Male Population | 3,876 | 3,876 | N/A |
| Female Population | 3,722 | 3,722 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,186 | 1,186 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 618 | 618 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 568 | 568 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,178 | 5,178 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 2,709 | 2,709 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 2,469 | 2,469 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 2,420 | 2,420 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,167 | 1,167 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,253 | 1,253 | N/A |
| Total Households | 1,546 | 1,546 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 7,598 people. Includes nearly 3,876 males and 3,722 females. Rural population is about 7,598 people.
- There are around 1,186 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 618 boys and 568 girls.
- Literate population is about 5,178 people. Non-literate population is around 2,420 people.
- There are nearly 1,546 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Asuto Circle, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 7,569 | 7,569 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 3,854 | 3,854 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 3,715 | 3,715 | N/A |
| Population Density | 103 / km² | 103 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Asuto Circle is about 7,569 people, including 3,854 males and 3,715 females. Around 7,569 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 103 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 103 people per sq. km.