Pongo

Pongo is a village located in Sakshi circle of Longleng district in Nagaland, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sakshi Hq (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Longleng.

Pongo has its own place in the vibrant Longleng region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pongo

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pongo is 268078. Longleng Town is nearest town to Pongo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Pongo

Below is a concise population overview of Pongo as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,586 1,352 1,234
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 557 307 250
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,558 1,335 1,223
Literate Population 1,214 667 547
Illiterate Population 1,372 685 687

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pongo village:

  • The total population of Pongo village is around 2,586, including approximately 1,352 males and 1,234 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 557 children aged 0–6 years in Pongo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pongo village has 2,558 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pongo village is about 46.95%, with male literacy at 49.33% and female literacy at 44.33%.
  • There are around 466 households in Pongo village.

Connectivity of Pongo

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pongo. As per the 2011 stats, Pongo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pongo

Knowing the nearby villages of Pongo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pongo.

Hongnyu Mungkhu Yongphang Yongphang S Comp Yangching Sakshi Hq

Frequently Asked Questions about Pongo

Where is Pongo located?
Pongo village is situated in Sakshi Circle, within the Longleng district of Nagaland, India.
What is the population of Pongo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongo is 2,586, with 1,352 males and 1,234 females.
How many households are there in Pongo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongo village has a total of 466 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongo as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongo is 46.95%. The male literacy rate is 49.33%, while the female literacy rate is 44.33%.