Tsurmen - Longchem, Mokokchung
Tsurmen is a village situated in the Longchem circle of Mokokchung district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Longchem and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Mokokchung.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tsurmen is 267105. The village falls under the 798604 pincode. Mangkolemba is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tsurmen 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 Tsurmen
According to the 2011 Census, Tsurmen village had a total population of 529 people, including 266 males and 263 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.73%, with male literacy at 96.04% and female literacy at 97.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 516.
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 | 529 | 266 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 516 | 259 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 218 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 48 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Tsurmen
Tsurmen 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 Tsurmen
Tsurmen is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Mangkolemba to Tsurmen is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mokokchung to Tsurmen is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tsurmen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tsurmen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tsurmen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tsurmen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tsurmen
Where is Tsurmen located?
Tsurmen village is located in Longchem Circle, Mokokchung district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Tsurmen?
The pincode of Tsurmen is 798604.
What is the population of Tsurmen?
Tsurmen had a total population of 529, including 266 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Tsurmen?
Tsurmen had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tsurmen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tsurmen was 96.73%. Male literacy was 96.04% and female literacy was 97.41%.