Viphoma - Chiephobozou, Kohima
Viphoma is a village situated in the Chiephobozou circle of Kohima district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiephobozou and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kohima.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viphoma is 268223. The village falls under the 797105 pincode. Kohima is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Viphoma 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 Viphoma
According to the 2011 Census, Viphoma village had a total population of 456 people, including 227 males and 229 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.68%, with male literacy at 83.77% and female literacy at 83.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 419.
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 | 456 | 227 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 203 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 160 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 67 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Viphoma
Viphoma 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 Viphoma
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Viphoma.
| 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 Kohima to Viphoma is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viphoma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viphoma 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 Viphoma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viphoma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Viphoma
Where is Viphoma located?
Viphoma village is located in Chiephobozou Circle, Kohima district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Viphoma?
The pincode of Viphoma is 797105.
What is the population of Viphoma?
Viphoma had a total population of 456, including 227 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Viphoma?
Viphoma had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viphoma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viphoma was 83.68%. Male literacy was 83.77% and female literacy was 83.59%.