Longkhitpe - Chare, Tuensang
Longkhitpe is a village situated in the Chare circle of Tuensang district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chare Hq and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Tuensang.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longkhitpe is 267911. The village falls under the 798601 pincode. Mokokchung is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Longkhitpe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Longkhim chare Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Longkhitpe
According to the 2011 Census, Longkhitpe village had a total population of 595 people, including 319 males and 276 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.35%, with male literacy at 83.39% and female literacy at 74.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 595.
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 | 595 | 319 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 319 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 236 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 83 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Longkhitpe
Longkhitpe 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 Longkhitpe
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Longkhitpe.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mokokchung to Longkhitpe is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tuensang to Longkhitpe is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longkhitpe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longkhitpe 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 Longkhitpe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longkhitpe 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 Longkhitpe
Where is Longkhitpe located?
Longkhitpe village is located in Chare Circle, Tuensang district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Longkhitpe?
The pincode of Longkhitpe is 798601.
What is the population of Longkhitpe?
Longkhitpe had a total population of 595, including 319 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Longkhitpe?
Longkhitpe had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longkhitpe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longkhitpe was 79.35%. Male literacy was 83.39% and female literacy was 74.58%.