Shiponger - Chessore, Shamator
Shiponger is a village situated in the Chessore circle of Shamator district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 4 km from Mangko and around 84 km from Tuensang.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiponger is 268020. The village falls under the 798612 pincode. Tuensang Town is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Shamator chessore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiponger
According to the 2011 Census, Shiponger village had a total population of 769 people, including 381 males and 388 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.48%, with male literacy at 70.88% and female literacy at 54.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 766.
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 | 769 | 381 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 120 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 766 | 378 | 388 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 185 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 196 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Shiponger
Shiponger 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 Shiponger
Shiponger is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tuensang Town to Shiponger is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tuensang to Shiponger is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiponger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiponger 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 Shiponger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiponger village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiponger
Where is Shiponger located?
Shiponger village is located in Chessore Circle, Shamator district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Shiponger?
The pincode of Shiponger is 798612.
What is the population of Shiponger?
Shiponger had a total population of 769, including 381 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Shiponger?
Shiponger had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiponger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiponger was 62.48%. Male literacy was 70.88% and female literacy was 54.86%.