Lokong - Ngoungchung, Tuensang
Lokong is a village situated in the Ngoungchung circle of Tuensang district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ngoungchung and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Tuensang.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokong is 267944. The village falls under the 798612 pincode. Tuensang is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Lokong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Noksen Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lokong
According to the 2011 Census, Lokong village had a total population of 628 people, including 349 males and 279 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 799 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.32%, with male literacy at 64.89% and female literacy at 61.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 619.
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 | 628 | 349 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 87 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 619 | 343 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 170 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 179 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Lokong
Lokong 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 Lokong
Public transport in the Lokong 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 to Lokong is about 34 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 Lokong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokong 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 Lokong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lokong
Where is Lokong located?
Lokong village is located in Ngoungchung Circle, Tuensang district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Lokong?
The pincode of Lokong is 798612.
What is the population of Lokong?
Lokong had a total population of 628, including 349 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Lokong?
Lokong had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lokong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokong was 63.32%. Male literacy was 64.89% and female literacy was 61.50%.