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Southern Angami
Southern Angami or ''Japfüphiki'' is a geo-cultural region located in the southern part of Kohima District in the state of Nagaland in India with a portion of its territory also lying across the inter-state border in the Senapati District of Manipur. History Kigwema and Viswema are considered to be the oldest settlements of the Angami Nagas. Numerous villages have branched out from these two ancestral settlements. In 1944, the Southern Angami Public Organization was formed to protect and safeguard the territories of the Southern Angamis. Geography Southern Angami region is located on the eastern part of the Barail mountain range with Mount Japfü at above sea level as its highest point. The region is bounded on the south by the Mao Nagas on the south west by the Maram Nagas, on the west by Zeliangrongs and the Western Angamis, on the north by the Northern Angamis and on the east by the Chakhesang Nagas. Towns and Villages under Southern Angami *Viswema *Jakhama *Khuzama *Ki ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Viswema
Viswema (), is a Southern Angami Naga village located 22 km south of Kohima, the capital of Nagaland, India. With a resident population of 7417, it is the second biggest village in the state and is part of the contiguous built-up of the Kohima Metropolitan Area that extends into the neighboring areas of Jakhama, Kigwema and Khuzama in the Southern Angami region, forming the second largest urban agglomerations in Nagaland. Its vast territory also lies across the inter-state boundary in Manipur where notable features including Mount Tempü (Iso) at 9822 feet (2994m) also the highest peak in Manipur, the thick forest of Kezol-tsa and a major portion of the Dzüko Valley is located. It is considered to be one of the oldest Tenyimi village with most Chakhesang villages and also many other Angami villages pointing their origin towards Viswema. Etymology Traditionally referred to as ''Viswe–ra'', a name given by its historical ancestor ''Keyho'' which loosely translates to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mao Naga People
The Mao are one of the major ethnic groups constituting the Nagas, a group of ethnic groups spread over the easternmost part of India. The Maos inhabit the northern part of Manipur and some parts of Nagaland States of India bounded by similar Naga ethnic groups such as the Angamis and Chakhesangs to the north, the Maram Nagas and Zeme Nagas to the west and south, and the Tangkhuls and Poumeis to the east. The Maos are also known as Memei or Ememei, in their own language. The term 'Mao' also refers to the area where most of the old and original villages are situated, as distinguished from the newer settlements in an expanded area of their habitation. Origin and uses of the term Etymology The people who are today known as the Maos (Mao, as the proper name of the tribe) do not refer to themselves in their language as such; rather they still call themselves "Memei" or "Ememei". Indeed, the term "Mao" is of outside origin and does not figure in their language. The term " ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Geography Of Nagaland
Nagaland () is a landlocked States and union territories of India, state in the northeast India, northeastern region of India. It is bordered by the Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh to the north, Assam to the west, Manipur to the south and the Sagaing Region of Myanmar to the east. Its capital city is Kohima and its largest city is Dimapur. The state has an area of with a population of 1,980,602 as per the 2011 Census of India, making it one of the smallest states in India.Census of India 2011 Govt of India Nagaland became the 16th state of India on 1 December 1963. It is home to a rich variety of natural, cultural and environmental resources. Nagaland is a mountainous state and lies between the parallels of 95 and 94 degrees east longitude and 25.2 and 27.0 degrees latitude north. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kohima District
Kohima District () is a List of districts of Nagaland, district of the Indian state of Nagaland. It is the home of the Angami Naga, Angami Naga people, Nagas. As of 2011, it is the second most populous district of Nagaland (out of then-List of districts of Nagaland, 12, now 16), after Dimapur district, Dimapur with a population of 267,988, 45% of which is urban. The district is home to 13.55% of Nagaland's entire population. The administrative headquarters of the district is located at Kohima, the capital city of Nagaland. Kohima District is also the seventh-largest district in Nagaland with an area of . History Prior to India's independence, the area was part of Naga Hills District, British India, Naga Hills District, with Kohima as the district headquarters. Kohima District was created as one of the three districts of the newly inaugurated of Nagaland state on 1 December 1961. In 1973, the new districts of Phek district, Phek and Wokha district, Wokha were created out of Koh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Southern Angami-II (Vidhan Sabha Constituency)
Southern Angami II Assembly constituency is one of the 60 Legislative Assembly constituencies of Nagaland state in India. It is part of Kohima District and is reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribes. The constituency is also a part of the Nagaland Lok Sabha constituency. As of 2018, 17504 eligible voters were registered in the constituency. Members of Legislative Assembly Election results 2018 Previous results See also *List of constituencies of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly *Kohima District * Nagaland (Lok Sabha constituency) Nagaland Lok Sabha constituency is the only Lok Sabha (lower house of the Indian parliament) in the Northeastern state of Nagaland. It participated in its first general election in 1967 and its first member of parliament (MP) was S. C. Jamir ... References {{Assembly constituencies of Nagaland Viswema Kohima district Assembly constituencies of Nagaland ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Southern Angami-I (Vidhan Sabha Constituency)
Southern Angami I is one of the 60 Legislative Assembly constituencies of Nagaland state in India. It is part of Kohima District and is reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribes. It is also part of Nagaland Lok Sabha constituency. Members of Legislative Assembly Election results 2018 See also *List of constituencies of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly * Kohima district * Angami * Nagaland (Lok Sabha constituency) Nagaland Lok Sabha constituency is the only Lok Sabha (lower house of the Indian parliament) in the Northeastern state of Nagaland. It participated in its first general election in 1967 and its first member of parliament (MP) was S. C. Jamir ... References {{coord, 25.56, 94.11, display=title Kohima district Assembly constituencies of Nagaland ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vizol Angami
Vizol Vitso-n Koso (16 November 1914 – 3 March 2008) was an Indian politician from Nagaland who served as the 4th Chief Minister of Nagaland twice from February 1974 until March 1975 and November 1977 until April 1980. He became the Chief Minister of Nagaland as part of the United Democratic Front (Nagaland). Early life Vizol Koso was born on 16 November 1914 to a Southern Angami family from Viswema. He did his initial education from Mission High School, Kohima. He did his matriculation from Government High School, Shillong. In 1951, he graduated from St. Edmund's College, Shillong. During the Second World War, Vizol joined the Royal Indian Air Force and served until 1946. After the war, he served as a private teacher in John High School, Viswema. From 1953 to 1956, he served as the Principal of the Naga National High School, Kohima. He was imprisoned twice—1956 and 1957 on political grounds. He also served as the Vice President of the Naga People's Convention from 195 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nagaland Legislative Assembly
Nagaland Legislative Assembly is the unicameral legislature of the Indian state of Nagaland. Nagaland became a state of India on 1 December 1963 and after election in January 1964, the first Nagaland Legislative Assembly was formed on 11 February 1964. In 1974, the strength of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly was increased to the present strength of 60 members. legislativebodiesinindia.nic.in. There is no nominated member in the House, all the members are elected on the basis of adult franchise from single-seat constituencies. The normal tenure of the House is five years unless dissolved sooner. The seat of the Legislative Assembly is , the capital of Nagaland. Members of Legislative Assembly |
John Government Higher Secondary School
John Government Higher Secondary School is a school in Viswema in the Indian state of Nagaland providing both high school and higher secondary school education. The school is the third oldest school in Nagaland. Overview John Government Higher Secondary School was established in 5 March 1945 by John Angami and is located in Viswema, Kohima District of Nagaland. The school consists of grades from 6 to 12 and doesn't have an attached pre-primary section. The school library has over 800 books. The Viswema Hall is currently under-construction at the site of the school. Alumni * Vizol Koso * Zale Neikha Zale Neikha is an Indian politician from Nagaland. He was elected to the Nagaland Legislative Assembly in 2018 from Southern Angami II Assembly constituency as candidate of Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party. He was appointed the Advisor, Y ... See also * List of schools in Nagaland References Education in Nagaland High schools and secondary schools in Nagalan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Japfü Christian College
Japfü Christian College (JCC) is a co-educational residential Christian College located at Kipfüzha in the Indian state of Nagaland. History Japfü College was established in 1996. The college takes its name from the nearby Mount Japfü. JCC is located within the Mission Centre of Japfüphiki Baptist Church Council (JBCC) at Kipfüzha, 12 km south of the capital city, Kohima. Present Day The college is equipped with state of the art infrastructures and equipment. It's a residential college for both boys and girls. Courses Offered In the field of studies JCC offers honors courses in English, Economics, Education, History, Political Science and Sociology. The college caters to the Christian Theological studies too. Faculty Dr. Visakhonü Hibo is the Principal of the college. Most of the faculty is local. Dr. Akho Yhokha is the respective Chairman of the Board of Management. Affiliations and Accreditation It is affiliated to the Nagaland University. It is NAA ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Teyozwü Hill
Teyozwü Hill is a picturesque hill located in the western part of Viswema in the Indian state of Nagaland. Some residents of Viswema gets refreshed just by the sight each morning even before their regular cup of morning tea. One can climb up this hill before dawn to catch up the beautiful sunrise. Access The hill can be reached by taking a diversion near the Dzüko Entry Point at the Viswema–Dzüko route and hiking over well marked trails. The trip from Viswema to the hill and back will generally take about 4 hours. See also * Dzüko Valley The Dzüko Valley is a valley located at the borders of the states of Nagaland and Manipur in Northeast India. This valley is well known for its natural environment, seasonal flowers and flora & fauna. It is situated at an altitude of 2452 m abo ... References Viswema Hills of Nagaland {{Nagaland-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Northeast India
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