Asukiqa - Pughoboto, Zunheboto
Asukiqa is a village situated in the Pughoboto circle of Zunheboto district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pughoboto and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Zunheboto.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asukiqa is 267343. The village covers a total geographical area of 700 hectares and falls under the 797109 pincode. Tseminyu is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Asukiqa 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 Asukiqa
According to the 2011 Census, Asukiqa village had a total population of 74 people, including 39 males and 35 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Asukiqa
Asukiqa 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 Asukiqa
Asukiqa 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 Tseminyu to Asukiqa is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Zunheboto to Asukiqa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asukiqa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asukiqa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asukiqa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asukiqa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asukiqa
Where is Asukiqa located?
Asukiqa village is located in Pughoboto Circle, Zunheboto district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Asukiqa?
The pincode of Asukiqa is 797109.
What is the population of Asukiqa?
Asukiqa had a total population of 74, including 39 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Asukiqa?
Asukiqa had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asukiqa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asukiqa was 85.71%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 83.33%.