Zunheboto district is located in the heart of Nagaland state with headquarters at Zunheboto town. The district is bounded by Mokokchung district in the East and Wokha district in the West.
The name Zunheboto has been derived from two sets of words "Zunhebo" and "To"
in Sumi dialect. Zunhebo is the name of a flowering shurb with white
leaves which bear sponge like ears containing sweet juice and "To" means the top of a hill.
The topography of Zunheboto is defined by high hills spread over many areas of the district. Zunheboto is the home of the Semas. They are famous for their colourful war dances and folk songs. Zunheboto Town is the only town in the district.
Facts & Figures
| Area | 1255 sq. km |
| Latitude | 25.97° N |
| Longitude | 94.52° E |
| Population (2001) | 154909 |
| Population density | 123.4 per sq. km |
| Sex Ratio | 945 |
| Literacy Rate | 59% |
| No. of Blocks | 04 |
| No. of Towns | 17 |
| No. of Villages | 164 |
| Average rainfall | 2000 mm |
| Temperature | Max.: 22°C; 10°C |
| STD Code | 03867 |