Mongchen - Alongkima, Mokokchung
Mongchen is a village situated in the Alongkima circle of Mokokchung district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alongkima and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mokokchung.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mongchen is 267123. The village falls under the 798604 pincode. Tuli is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Mongchen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Jangpetkong Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mongchen
According to the 2011 Census, Mongchen village had a total population of 485 people, including 241 males and 244 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.94%, with male literacy at 97.27% and female literacy at 98.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 484.
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 | 485 | 241 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 240 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 214 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 27 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Mongchen
Mongchen 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 Mongchen
Mongchen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tuli to Mongchen is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mokokchung to Mongchen is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mongchen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mongchen 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mongchen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mongchen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mongchen
Where is Mongchen located?
Mongchen village is located in Alongkima Circle, Mokokchung district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Mongchen?
The pincode of Mongchen is 798604.
What is the population of Mongchen?
Mongchen had a total population of 485, including 241 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Mongchen?
Mongchen had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mongchen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mongchen was 97.94%. Male literacy was 97.27% and female literacy was 98.62%.