Sastami - V.K., Zunheboto
Sastami is a village situated in the V.K. circle of Zunheboto district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in V.k. and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Zunheboto.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sastami is 267208. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 798607 pincode. Mokokchung is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sastami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Akuluto Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sastami
According to the 2011 Census, Sastami village had a total population of 253 people, including 123 males and 130 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.38%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 90.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
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 | 253 | 123 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 87 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Sastami
Sastami 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 Sastami
Sastami 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mokokchung to Sastami is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Zunheboto to Sastami is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sastami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sastami village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sastami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sastami village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sastami
Where is Sastami located?
Sastami village is located in V.K. Circle, Zunheboto district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Sastami?
The pincode of Sastami is 798607.
What is the population of Sastami?
Sastami had a total population of 253, including 123 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Sastami?
Sastami had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sastami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sastami was 90.38%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 90.18%.