Wokha District

Wokha, an administrative district of Nagaland is the home to the ancient Lothas. The district headquarters is located at Wokha town.

The district is situated in the mid-western part of the Nagaland State, adjacent to the Sibsagar plains of the Assam State. It is bounded by Mokokchung district in the North, Kohima district in the South, Zunheboto district in the East and the State of Assam in the west.

The topography of the district is more or less similar to Tuensang district with hills and ridges. Wokha is famous for fruits like oranges, plum, passion fruits and banana. Fresh vegetables and bamboo shoots are also easily available.

Attractions

Mount Tiyi, Totsu Cliff.

Facts & Figures


Year of formation 1973
Area 1,682 sq. km
Altitude 1,313.69 metres
Latitude 26.1° N
Longitude 94.27° E
Population (2001) 1, 61,098
Males 83,620
Females 77,478
Population density 51 per sq. km
Sex Ratio 927 females per 1000 males
No. of Blocks 05
Average rainfall 2000 mm. to 2500 mm.
Temperature Max.: 32°C; Min.: 2°C