Changtongya

Changtongya is a hilly town in Mokokchung district of Nagaland. Located around 40 km north of Mokokchung and 40 km south of Tuli, it lies midway between the two largest urban centres of the district. The town is located at an altitude of 954 metres above sea level. Ao is the language spoken here.

Changtongya

Mopungyimti, Ozumongdak
town
Changtongya
Location in Nagaland, India
Coordinates: 26.57°N 94.70°E / 26.57; 94.70
Country India
StateNagaland
DistrictMokokchung
Area
 • Total4 km2 (2 sq mi)
Elevation
506 m (1,660 ft)
Population
 (2001)[1]
 • Total7,532
 • Density2,307/km2 (5,980/sq mi)
Languages
 • OfficialEnglish
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
798613
Telephone code0369
Vehicle registrationNL-02
Websitenagaland.nic.in

Changtongya town comprises two main divisions: Changtongya Headquarters; and Changtongya Electrical Colony.

Geography

Changtongya is located at 26.57°N 94.70°E / 26.57; 94.70.[2] It has an average elevation of 506 m (1,660 ft).

Demographics

As per the census of 2011, the population of Changtongya town has been recorded as 7,532.[1] It is the third largest town in the district after Mokokchung and Tuli town

Nature and wildlife

Changtongya is located in the Langpangkong Range which runs in a North-South direction, the Tsula (Dikhu) river flows parallel to the range to the east, and the Melak on its west. The town has views of the Melak and the Tsula Valleys as well as the peaks and ranges of Naga hills rising from the valleys.

Changtongya has a no-hunting zone reserve forest, which is a haven for bird watchers. Migratory falcons from Mongolia and Germany fly to this forest.

A feature of the Tsula (Dikhu) river is that here is a spot in the river where crude oil pops up which the locals called "menemtsu". The locals use the oil as night lamp and for other purposes.

Transport and Communication

Changtongya is well connected to every part of the district as also the state. National Highway-61 passes through this town. It is also the gateway to Longleng district where the highways to Longleng town and Tamlu originate from here. The nearest airport is Jorhat Civil Air Terminal and Dibrugarh in Assam.

Administration

Changtongya is a sub divisional headquarters under a Sub Divisional Officer, i.e. SDO (Civil).

Politics

Changtongya falls under 22 Arkakong Assembly Constituency of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Like most parts of Mokokchung District, it has been a stronghold of the Indian National Congress Party for a long time. The present MLA representing the constituency is from NPF Party.

References
  1. "Changtongya City Population Census 2011 - Nagaland". www.census2011.co.in.
  2. Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Chantongia
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