Longkhum - Ongpangkong, Mokokchung
Longkhum is a village situated in the Ongpangkong circle of Mokokchung district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ongpangkong and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mokokchung.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longkhum is 267200. The village falls under the 798607 pincode. Mokokchung is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Longkhum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Koridang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Longkhum
As per Census 2011, Longkhum village has a total population of 3,811 people, consisting of 1,961 males and 1,850 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,301 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,697 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longkhum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,811 | 1,961 | 1,850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 224 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,697 | 1,888 | 1,809 |
| Literate Population | 3,301 | 1,704 | 1,597 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 257 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Longkhum
Longkhum 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 Longkhum
Longkhum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mokokchung to Longkhum is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longkhum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longkhum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Longkhum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longkhum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Longkhum
Where is Longkhum located?
Longkhum village is located in Ongpangkong Circle, Mokokchung district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Longkhum?
The pincode of Longkhum is 798607.
What is the population of Longkhum?
Longkhum has a total population of 3,811, including 1,961 males and 1,850 females.
How many households are there in Longkhum?
There are 546 households in Longkhum.
What is the literacy rate in Longkhum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longkhum is 86.62%. Male literacy is 86.89% and female literacy is 86.32%.