Phek Population & Demographics
Comprehensive census data for Phek district in Nagaland.
Administrative Details of Phek
Phek comprises 117 villages, of which 117 are inhabited and 0 are uninhabited. There are 2 urban towns. The total number of households stands at 36,639, spread across 2,026 square kilometers.
| Villages | 117(117 inhabited • 0 uninhabited) |
| Urban Towns | 2 |
| Households | 36,639 |
| Total Area | 2,026 km² |
Phek Urban & Rural Population
Phek had 24,575 people in urban areas (15.0%) and 1,38,843 people in rural areas (85.0%).
| Area Type | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 🌾 Rural | 1,38,843 | 85.0% |
| 🏙️ Urban | 24,575 | 15.0% |
| Total | 1,63,418 | 100% |
Data from Census 2011.
Gender Distribution in Phek
The total population comprises 83,743 males (51.2%) and 79,675 females (48.8%). The sex ratio is 951 females per 1000 males.
Male and Female Population — Urban & Rural
| Gender | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 👨 Male | 70,529 | 13,214 | 83,743 |
| 👩 Female | 68,314 | 11,361 | 79,675 |
Literacy Rate in Phek
The literacy rate is 64.8%. Male literacy stands at 69.17% while female literacy is 60.2%, indicating a gender gap of 8.97 percentage points. The total literate population is 1,05,893.
Literacy Statistics — Urban and Rural
| Category | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literate (Male) | 47,337 | 10,589 | 57,926 |
| Literate (Female) | 39,896 | 8,071 | 47,967 |
| Total Literate | 87,233 | 18,660 | 1,05,893 |
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About Phek Census 2011 Data
According to Census 2011, Phek in Nagaland has a total population of 1,63,418 with a literacy rate of 64.8% and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1000 males.
This page provides comprehensive census data for Phek district including demographics, population statistics, literacy rates, gender distribution, and social indicators for research and analysis purposes.