Ighanumi - Ghathashi, Zunheboto
Ighanumi is a village situated in the Ghathashi circle of Zunheboto district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatashi and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Zunheboto.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ighanumi is 267362. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 797109 pincode. Tseminyu is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Ighanumi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Pughoboto Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ighanumi
According to the 2011 Census, Ighanumi village had a total population of 1,331 people, including 665 males and 666 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.26%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 78.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,319.
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 | 1,331 | 665 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 112 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,319 | 656 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 486 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 179 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Ighanumi
Ighanumi 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 Ighanumi
Ighanumi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tseminyu to Ighanumi is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Zunheboto to Ighanumi is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ighanumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ighanumi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ighanumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ighanumi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ighanumi
Where is Ighanumi located?
Ighanumi village is located in Ghathashi Circle, Zunheboto district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Ighanumi?
The pincode of Ighanumi is 797109.
What is the population of Ighanumi?
Ighanumi had a total population of 1,331, including 665 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Ighanumi?
Ighanumi had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ighanumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ighanumi was 83.26%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 78.67%.