Teichuma - Botsa, Kohima
Teichuma is a village situated in the Botsa circle of Kohima district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Botsa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kohima.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teichuma is 268248. The village falls under the 797105 pincode. Tseminyu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Teichuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Northern angami-ii Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teichuma
As per Census 2011, Teichuma village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 303 males and 307 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teichuma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 303 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 262 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 176 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 127 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Teichuma
Teichuma 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 Teichuma
Teichuma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Tseminyu to Teichuma is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kohima to Teichuma is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teichuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teichuma 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 Teichuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teichuma 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 Teichuma
Where is Teichuma located?
Teichuma village is located in Botsa Circle, Kohima district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Teichuma?
The pincode of Teichuma is 797105.
What is the population of Teichuma?
Teichuma has a total population of 610, including 303 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Teichuma?
There are 185 households in Teichuma.
What is the literacy rate in Teichuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teichuma is 55.90%. Male literacy is 58.09% and female literacy is 53.75%.