Rusoma - Chiephobozou, Kohima
Rusoma is a village situated in the Chiephobozou circle of Kohima district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiephobozou and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Kohima.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rusoma is 268240. The village falls under the 797003 pincode. Kohima is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rusoma 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 Rusoma
According to the 2011 Census, Rusoma village had a total population of 1,903 people, including 979 males and 924 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 80.53% and female literacy at 66.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,886.
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 | 1,903 | 979 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 152 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,886 | 970 | 916 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 666 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 313 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Rusoma
Rusoma 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 Rusoma
Public transport in the Rusoma is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kohima to Rusoma is about 12 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 Rusoma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rusoma 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 Rusoma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rusoma 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rusoma
Where is Rusoma located?
Rusoma village is located in Chiephobozou Circle, Kohima district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Rusoma?
The pincode of Rusoma is 797003.
What is the population of Rusoma?
Rusoma had a total population of 1,903, including 979 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Rusoma?
Rusoma had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rusoma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rusoma was 73.58%. Male literacy was 80.53% and female literacy was 66.29%.