Longleng
Longleng is a Town and Circle in Longleng District of Nagaland. In India, a circle is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Longleng Block (CD) is 01833. The total area of Longleng Circle is 154 km², which includes 138.62 km² of rural area and 15.00 km² of urban area. Longleng has a sex ratio of approximately 907 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Longleng Circle
Longleng Circle has a total of 14 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Longleng Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alayung | N/A | Longleng (12 km) |
| 2 | Bhumnyu | N/A | Longleng (6 km) |
| 3 | Dungkhao | N/A | Longleng (5 km) |
| 4 | Hamlikhong | N/A | Longleng (5 km) |
| 5 | Hukpang | N/A | Longleng (4 km) |
| 6 | Lingtak | N/A | Longleng (5 km) |
| 7 | Mongtikong | N/A | Longleng (15 km) |
| 8 | Namching S Comp | N/A | Longleng (5 km) |
| 9 | Noksosang | N/A | Longleng (19 km) |
| 10 | Orangkong | N/A | Longleng (2 km) |
| 11 | Oushok | N/A | Longleng (1 km) |
| 12 | Pongching | N/A | Longleng (7 km) |
| 13 | Yachem | N/A | Longleng (17 km) |
| 14 | Yaongyimchen | N/A | Longleng (15 km) |
Population of Longleng Circle
The population profile of Longleng Circle offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Longleng Circle's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,184 | 15,571 | 7,613 |
| Male Population | 12,153 | 8,162 | 3,991 |
| Female Population | 11,031 | 7,409 | 3,622 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,813 | 2,587 | 1,226 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,994 | 1,380 | 614 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,819 | 1,207 | 612 |
| Literate Population | 14,275 | 8,434 | 5,841 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,657 | 4,534 | 3,123 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,618 | 3,900 | 2,718 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,909 | 7,137 | 1,772 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,496 | 3,628 | 868 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,413 | 3,509 | 904 |
| Total Households | 5,302 | 3,612 | 1,690 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Longleng Circle is around 23,184 people. This includes 12,153 males and 11,031 females. Rural population is about 15,571 (8,162 males and 7,409 females), while urban population is nearly 7,613 (3,991 males and 3,622 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 3,813 of the population, with 1,994 boys and 1,819 girls. Rural areas have 2,587 children, and urban areas have about 1,226 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 14,275 literate people in Longleng Circle, including 7,657 literate males and 6,618 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 8,434 individuals and urban literacy covers around 5,841 people.
- About 8,909 people in Longleng Circle are not literate, including 4,496 males and 4,413 females. Rural areas include 7,137 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 1,772 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 5,302 households, with 3,612 in villages and 1,690 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Longleng Circle, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 22,274 | 15,437 | 6,837 |
| ST Male Population | 11,548 | 8,067 | 3,481 |
| ST Female Population | 10,726 | 7,370 | 3,356 |
| Population Density | 151 / km² | 112 / km² | 508 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Longleng Circle is about 22,274 people, including 11,548 males and 10,726 females. Around 15,437 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 6,837 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 151 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 112 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 508 people per sq. km.