Khughuto - Ghathashi, Zunheboto
Khughuto is a village situated in the Ghathashi circle of Zunheboto district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatashi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Zunheboto.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khughuto is 267356. The village covers a total geographical area of 1000 hectares and falls under the 797109 pincode. Zunheboto is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Khughuto 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 Khughuto
According to the 2011 Census, Khughuto village had a total population of 274 people, including 136 males and 138 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.64%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 79.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 274 | 136 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 135 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 44 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Khughuto
Khughuto 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 Khughuto
Khughuto is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Zunheboto to Khughuto 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 Khughuto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khughuto 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 Khughuto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khughuto 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 Khughuto
Where is Khughuto located?
Khughuto village is located in Ghathashi Circle, Zunheboto district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Khughuto?
The pincode of Khughuto is 797109.
What is the population of Khughuto?
Khughuto had a total population of 274, including 136 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Khughuto?
Khughuto had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khughuto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khughuto was 83.64%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 79.09%.