Nerhema - Chiephobozou, Kohima
Nerhema is a village situated in the Chiephobozou circle of Kohima district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiephobozou and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kohima.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nerhema is 268233. The village falls under the 797105 pincode. Kohima is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Nerhema 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 Nerhema
According to the 2011 Census, Nerhema village had a total population of 1,678 people, including 822 males and 856 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.04%, with male literacy at 89.14% and female literacy at 83.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,651.
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 | 1,678 | 822 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,651 | 799 | 852 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 632 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 190 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Nerhema
Nerhema 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 Nerhema
Public transport in the Nerhema is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kohima to Nerhema is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nerhema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nerhema village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nerhema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nerhema village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nerhema
Where is Nerhema located?
Nerhema village is located in Chiephobozou Circle, Kohima district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Nerhema?
The pincode of Nerhema is 797105.
What is the population of Nerhema?
Nerhema had a total population of 1,678, including 822 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Nerhema?
Nerhema had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nerhema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nerhema was 86.04%. Male literacy was 89.14% and female literacy was 83.09%.