Akumen - Longchem, Mokokchung
Akumen is a village situated in the Longchem circle of Mokokchung district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Longchem and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Mokokchung.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akumen is 267104. The village falls under the 798604 pincode. Mangkolemba is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Akumen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Alongtaki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akumen
According to the 2011 Census, Akumen village had a total population of 354 people, including 168 males and 186 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.64%, with male literacy at 98.56% and female literacy at 98.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 353.
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 | 354 | 168 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 167 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 137 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Akumen
Akumen 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 Akumen
Akumen is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Akumen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangkolemba to Akumen is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mokokchung to Akumen is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akumen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akumen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akumen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akumen 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akumen
Where is Akumen located?
Akumen village is located in Longchem Circle, Mokokchung district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Akumen?
The pincode of Akumen is 798604.
What is the population of Akumen?
Akumen had a total population of 354, including 168 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Akumen?
Akumen had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akumen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akumen was 98.64%. Male literacy was 98.56% and female literacy was 98.71%.