Moava - Medziphema, Chumoukedima
Moava is a village situated in the Medziphema circle of Chumoukedima district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 15 km from Medziphema and around 45 km from Dimapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moava is 267774. The village falls under the 797106 pincode. Medziphema Town is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Moava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghaspani-ii Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moava
According to the 2011 Census, Moava village had a total population of 755 people, including 368 males and 387 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.70%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 84.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 706.
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 | 755 | 368 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 706 | 343 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 274 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 94 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Moava
Moava 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 Moava
Moava 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Medziphema Town to Moava is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dimapur to Moava is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moava 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 Moava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moava 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moava
Where is Moava located?
Moava village is located in Medziphema Circle, Chumoukedima district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Moava?
The pincode of Moava is 797106.
What is the population of Moava?
Moava had a total population of 755, including 368 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Moava?
Moava had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moava was 87.70%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 84.62%.