Socunoma - Medziphema, Chumoukedima
Socunoma is a village situated in the Medziphema circle of Chumoukedima district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 8 km from Medziphema and around 36 km from Dimapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Socunoma is 267772. The village falls under the 797106 pincode. Medziphema Town is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Socunoma 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 Socunoma
According to the 2011 Census, Socunoma village had a total population of 576 people, including 291 males and 285 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.45%, with male literacy at 95.80% and female literacy at 89.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 566.
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 | 576 | 291 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 53 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 284 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 228 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 63 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Socunoma
Socunoma 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 Socunoma
Socunoma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Socunoma is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dimapur to Socunoma is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Socunoma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Socunoma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Socunoma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Socunoma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Socunoma
Where is Socunoma located?
Socunoma village is located in Medziphema Circle, Chumoukedima district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Socunoma?
The pincode of Socunoma is 797106.
What is the population of Socunoma?
Socunoma had a total population of 576, including 291 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Socunoma?
Socunoma had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Socunoma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Socunoma was 92.45%. Male literacy was 95.80% and female literacy was 89.29%.