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
As per Census 2011, Tsurmen village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 266 males and 263 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 516 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tsurmen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 266 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| 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 has a total population of 529, including 266 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Tsurmen?
There are 112 households in Tsurmen.
What is the literacy rate in Tsurmen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tsurmen is 83.93%. Male literacy is 81.95% and female literacy is 85.93%.