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
According to the 2011 Census, Japu village had a total population of 487 people, including 249 males and 238 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.62%, with male literacy at 71.63% and female literacy at 75.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 347.
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 | 487 | 249 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 487, including 249 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Japu?
Japu had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Japu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japu was 73.62%. Male literacy was 71.63% and female literacy was 75.74%.