Kitami - Pughoboto, Zunheboto
Kitami is a village situated in the Pughoboto circle of Zunheboto district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punhoboto and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Zunheboto.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kitami is 267341. The village covers a total geographical area of 780 hectares and falls under the 797109 pincode. Tseminyu is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kitami 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 Kitami
According to the 2011 Census, Kitami village had a total population of 430 people, including 207 males and 223 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.27%, with male literacy at 78.80% and female literacy at 65.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 430.
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 | 430 | 207 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 430 | 207 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 145 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 62 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Kitami
Kitami 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 Kitami
Kitami 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 Kitami is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Zunheboto to Kitami is about 68 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 Kitami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kitami 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 Kitami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kitami village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kitami
Where is Kitami located?
Kitami village is located in Pughoboto Circle, Zunheboto district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Kitami?
The pincode of Kitami is 797109.
What is the population of Kitami?
Kitami had a total population of 430, including 207 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Kitami?
Kitami had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kitami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kitami was 72.27%. Male literacy was 78.80% and female literacy was 65.97%.