Longsa - Ongpangkong, Mokokchung
Longsa is a village situated in the Ongpangkong circle of Mokokchung district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ongpangkong and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Mokokchung.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longsa is 267206. The village falls under the 798601 pincode. Mokokchung is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Longsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mongoya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Longsa
As per Census 2011, Longsa village has a total population of 3,206 people, consisting of 1,619 males and 1,587 females. The village has 772 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,596 literate and 610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,187 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,206 | 1,619 | 1,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 169 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,187 | 1,608 | 1,579 |
| Literate Population | 2,596 | 1,330 | 1,266 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 289 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Longsa
Longsa 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 Longsa
Longsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Longsa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Longsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Longsa
Where is Longsa located?
Longsa village is located in Ongpangkong Circle, Mokokchung district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Longsa?
The pincode of Longsa is 798601.
What is the population of Longsa?
Longsa has a total population of 3,206, including 1,619 males and 1,587 females.
How many households are there in Longsa?
There are 772 households in Longsa.
What is the literacy rate in Longsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longsa is 80.97%. Male literacy is 82.15% and female literacy is 79.77%.