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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Alongtaki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aosungkum
According to the 2011 Census, Aosungkum village had a total population of 217 people, including 115 males and 102 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.18%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 67.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 217 | 115 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 217, including 115 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Aosungkum?
Aosungkum had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aosungkum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aosungkum was 71.18%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 67.53%.