Azailong - Tening, Peren
Azailong is a village situated in the Tening circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tening and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Azailong is 268378. The village falls under the 797101 pincode. Peren is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Azailong 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 Azailong
According to the 2011 Census, Azailong village had a total population of 1,147 people, including 608 males and 539 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 80.28% and female literacy at 64.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,138.
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 | 1,147 | 608 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 106 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,138 | 603 | 535 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 403 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 205 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Azailong
Azailong 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 Azailong
Azailong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Peren to Azailong is about 35 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 Azailong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Azailong 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 Azailong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Azailong 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Azailong
Where is Azailong located?
Azailong village is located in Tening Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Azailong?
The pincode of Azailong is 797101.
What is the population of Azailong?
Azailong had a total population of 1,147, including 608 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Azailong?
Azailong had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Azailong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Azailong was 72.66%. Male literacy was 80.28% and female literacy was 64.35%.