Khong - Khongsa, Kiphire
Khong is a village situated in the Khongsa circle of Kiphire district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khongsa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kiphire.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khong is 268183. The village falls under the 798611 pincode. Kiphire is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pungro kiphire Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khong
According to the 2011 Census, Khong village had a total population of 202 people, including 110 males and 92 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.70%, with male literacy at 49.45% and female literacy at 30.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
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 | 202 | 110 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 110 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 45 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 65 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Khong
Khong 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 Khong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kiphire to Khong is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khong 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khong
Where is Khong located?
Khong village is located in Khongsa Circle, Kiphire district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Khong?
The pincode of Khong is 798611.
What is the population of Khong?
Khong had a total population of 202, including 110 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Khong?
Khong had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khong was 40.70%. Male literacy was 49.45% and female literacy was 30.86%.