Piphema (Old) - Medziphema, Chumoukedima
Piphema (Old) is a village situated in the Medziphema circle of Chumoukedima district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 21 km from Medziphema and around 45 km from Dimapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piphema (Old) is 267766. The village falls under the 797106 pincode. Medziphema Town is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Piphema (Old) 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 Piphema (Old)
As per Census 2011, Piphema (Old) village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 160 males and 155 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piphema (Old) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 160 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 142 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 127 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 33 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Piphema (Old)
Piphema (Old) 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 Piphema (Old)
Piphema (Old) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Medziphema Town to Piphema (Old) is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dimapur to Piphema (Old) 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 Piphema (Old)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piphema (Old) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piphema (Old)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piphema (Old) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Piphema (Old)
Where is Piphema (Old) located?
Piphema (Old) village is located in Medziphema Circle, Chumoukedima district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Piphema (Old)?
The pincode of Piphema (Old) is 797106.
What is the population of Piphema (Old)?
Piphema (Old) has a total population of 315, including 160 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Piphema (Old)?
There are 69 households in Piphema (Old).
What is the literacy rate in Piphema (Old)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piphema (Old) is 75.56%. Male literacy is 79.38% and female literacy is 71.61%.