Japu - Mangkolemba, Mokokchung
Japu is a village situated in the Mangkolemba circle of Mokokchung district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangkolemba and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mokokchung.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japu is 267165. The village falls under the 798604 pincode. Mangkolemba is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Japu 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 Japu
As per Census 2011, Japu village has a total population of 487 people, consisting of 249 males and 238 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Japu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 249 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 169 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 154 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 95 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Japu
Japu 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 Japu
Japu 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangkolemba to Japu is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mokokchung to Japu is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Japu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Japu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japu 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 Japu
Where is Japu located?
Japu village is located in Mangkolemba Circle, Mokokchung district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Japu?
The pincode of Japu is 798604.
What is the population of Japu?
Japu has a total population of 487, including 249 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Japu?
There are 134 households in Japu.
What is the literacy rate in Japu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japu is 63.04%. Male literacy is 61.85% and female literacy is 64.29%.