Messhangpen - Sanis, Wokha
Messhangpen is a village situated in the Sanis circle of Wokha district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sanis and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Wokha.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Messhangpen is 267475. The village falls under the 797111 pincode. Wokha is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sanis Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Messhangpen
According to the 2011 Census, Messhangpen village had a total population of 426 people, including 240 males and 186 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 775 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 81.28% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 425.
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 | 426 | 240 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 53 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 239 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 152 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 88 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Messhangpen
Messhangpen 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 Messhangpen
Public transport in the Messhangpen is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wokha to Messhangpen is about 36 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 Messhangpen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Messhangpen 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Messhangpen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Messhangpen 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Messhangpen
Where is Messhangpen located?
Messhangpen village is located in Sanis Circle, Wokha district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Messhangpen?
The pincode of Messhangpen is 797111.
What is the population of Messhangpen?
Messhangpen had a total population of 426, including 240 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Messhangpen?
Messhangpen had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Messhangpen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Messhangpen was 79.12%. Male literacy was 81.28% and female literacy was 76.47%.