Sumi (Swemi) - Chizami, Phek
Sumi (Swemi) is a village situated in the Chizami circle of Phek district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chizami and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Phek.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumi (Swemi) is 267884. The village falls under the 797107 pincode. Pfutsero is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chizami Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumi (Swemi)
According to the 2011 Census, Sumi (Swemi) village had a total population of 508 people, including 263 males and 245 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.41%, with male literacy at 97.81% and female literacy at 98.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 503.
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 | 508 | 263 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 80 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 260 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 179 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 84 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sumi (Swemi)
Sumi (Swemi) 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 Sumi (Swemi)
Sumi (Swemi) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pfutsero to Sumi (Swemi) is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phek to Sumi (Swemi) is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumi (Swemi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumi (Swemi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sumi (Swemi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumi (Swemi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sumi (Swemi)
Where is Sumi (Swemi) located?
Sumi (Swemi) village is located in Chizami Circle, Phek district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Sumi (Swemi)?
The pincode of Sumi (Swemi) is 797107.
What is the population of Sumi (Swemi)?
Sumi (Swemi) had a total population of 508, including 263 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Sumi (Swemi)?
Sumi (Swemi) had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumi (Swemi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumi (Swemi) was 98.41%. Male literacy was 97.81% and female literacy was 98.97%.