Aosungkum - Merangmen, Mokokchung
Aosungkum is a village situated in the Merangmen circle of Mokokchung district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merangmen and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Mokokchung.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aosungkum is 267179. The village falls under the 798604 pincode. Mariani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Aosungkum 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 Aosungkum
As per Census 2011, Aosungkum village has a total population of 217 people, consisting of 115 males and 102 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aosungkum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 115 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 46 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Aosungkum
Aosungkum 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 Aosungkum
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Aosungkum.
| 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 Mariani to Aosungkum is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mokokchung to Aosungkum is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aosungkum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aosungkum 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 Aosungkum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aosungkum 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 Aosungkum
Where is Aosungkum located?
Aosungkum village is located in Merangmen Circle, Mokokchung district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Aosungkum?
The pincode of Aosungkum is 798604.
What is the population of Aosungkum?
Aosungkum has a total population of 217, including 115 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Aosungkum?
There are 54 households in Aosungkum.
What is the literacy rate in Aosungkum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aosungkum is 55.76%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 50.98%.