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
As per Census 2011, Rusoma village has a total population of 1,903 people, consisting of 979 males and 924 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,189 literate and 714 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,886 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rusoma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,903 | 979 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 152 | 135 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,903, including 979 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Rusoma?
There are 361 households in Rusoma.
What is the literacy rate in Rusoma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rusoma is 62.48%. Male literacy is 68.03% and female literacy is 56.60%.