Tuophema - Botsa, Kohima
Tuophema is a village situated in the Botsa circle of Kohima district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Botsa and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kohima.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuophema is 268246. The village falls under the 797105 pincode. Tseminyu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tuophema 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 Tuophema
According to the 2011 Census, Tuophema village had a total population of 2,236 people, including 1,134 males and 1,102 females, living in 532 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.59%, with male literacy at 88.73% and female literacy at 78.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,153.
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 | 2,236 | 1,134 | 1,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 158 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,153 | 1,069 | 1,084 |
| Literate Population | 1,600 | 866 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 268 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Tuophema
Tuophema 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 Tuophema
Tuophema 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 5-10 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 Tseminyu to Tuophema is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kohima to Tuophema is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuophema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuophema village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tuophema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuophema village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tuophema
Where is Tuophema located?
Tuophema village is located in Botsa Circle, Kohima district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Tuophema?
The pincode of Tuophema is 797105.
What is the population of Tuophema?
Tuophema had a total population of 2,236, including 1,134 males and 1,102 females.
How many households are there in Tuophema?
Tuophema had 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tuophema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuophema was 83.59%. Male literacy was 88.73% and female literacy was 78.25%.