Vongkithem - Athibung, Peren
Vongkithem is a village situated in the Athibung circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athibung and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vongkithem is 268334. The village falls under the 797110 pincode. Jalukie Town is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vongkithem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tenning Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vongkithem
As per Census 2011, Vongkithem village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 173 males and 156 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vongkithem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 173 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 173 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 107 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 66 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Vongkithem
Vongkithem 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 Vongkithem
Vongkithem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jalukie Town to Vongkithem is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Peren to Vongkithem is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vongkithem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vongkithem 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 Vongkithem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vongkithem 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vongkithem
Where is Vongkithem located?
Vongkithem village is located in Athibung Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Vongkithem?
The pincode of Vongkithem is 797110.
What is the population of Vongkithem?
Vongkithem has a total population of 329, including 173 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Vongkithem?
There are 66 households in Vongkithem.
What is the literacy rate in Vongkithem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vongkithem is 62.61%. Male literacy is 61.85% and female literacy is 63.46%.