Tamkong - Tobu, Mon
Tamkong is a village situated in the Tobu circle of Mon district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tobu and around 164 km from the district headquarters in Mon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamkong is 267082. The village falls under the 798603 pincode. Mon Town is the nearest town, located about 164 km away.
Tamkong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tobu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamkong
According to the 2011 Census, Tamkong village had a total population of 2,873 people, including 1,509 males and 1,364 females, living in 624 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.13%, with male literacy at 50.04% and female literacy at 33.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,847.
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 | 2,873 | 1,509 | 1,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 196 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,847 | 1,494 | 1,353 |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 657 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,816 | 852 | 964 |
Nearby Villages of Tamkong
Tamkong 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 Tamkong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tamkong.
| 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 Mon Town to Tamkong is about 164 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mon to Tamkong is about 164 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamkong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamkong 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 Tamkong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamkong 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 Tamkong
Where is Tamkong located?
Tamkong village is located in Tobu Circle, Mon district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Tamkong?
The pincode of Tamkong is 798603.
What is the population of Tamkong?
Tamkong had a total population of 2,873, including 1,509 males and 1,364 females.
How many households are there in Tamkong?
Tamkong had 624 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tamkong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamkong was 42.13%. Male literacy was 50.04% and female literacy was 33.44%.