Pathso

Patsho, or Pathso, is a village in Noklak District, located in the eastern part of Nagaland, and one of the biggest villages in Noklak District.Download DH_2011_1307_PART_B_DCHB_TUENSANG.pdf : Census of India 2011 Nagaland, Series-14, Part XII-B: District Census Handbook Tuensang, pp. 88-89
/ref> It is situated at an altitude of 1415m above sea level. The village is 37km away from Noklak District and 72km from Tuensang, Nagaland.

History

The nomenclature Patsho is a cryptogenic origin that convey the meaning ''Congregation of people''. The village settlement is culminated from a place called ''Khiamniunga'' to ''Lümuoking'' and to current settlement ''Patsho''. Almost all the villages in Khiamniungan region is believed to be the by-product of Patsho village. It is believed that post establishments of villages, linguistic variation in tones and accent began to emerge and the culture has been seemly affected.

People

The people of Patsho, a ''Kalyu-kengnyu'' village, were once considered the most formidable in war where opponent from other villagers hesitate to attack and raid the village. They were the master of poisoned arrows being shot at the opponent and strategy of attacking a group of enemies by single man or two, fiercely outperforms them in war. Unlike those days, people now have become humble and kind towards each other, compassionately sharing of food and reaching out hand for the weak. All these is affected by the inception of Christianity and introduction of modern education drastically overshadowed the vernacular education. Societal transformation is at its peak fueled by globalization and knowledge transmission through cultural exchanges.

Distinguished Scholar and Authors

Some well known figures and authors from the village are as follows:
* Khunou S
#''Wikipedian''
#''Wiktionarian''
#''Politician''
#''Content writer''
#''Considered linguist''

* Mongshai Khiamniungan
# Authored ''Book of emotions''(Self published)
# ''Book of emotions:Expressions''
# ''Book of emotions:Unstained''

Politics

Patsho forms part of Thonoknyu Assembly constituency #57 in the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Patsho neighbors Kingnyu to the east, Tsüvau and Lingnyu to the northeast, Yokau and Iekhau to the north, Patsho Nokking and Patsho Town to the south, Kingphu and New Sanglau to the south west, Yakor to the nort west and Shamator to the west.Students' Community.(1978-2020). Patsho Students' Union 50th anniversary : Souvenir, Theme: Embracing Excellence. publisher artworks.

Local Administration

Chairman
# Buming
# Chietei
# Incumbent - Pushong

VDB secretary
# Mukom
# Incumbent - Sheying

Head Gaon Bura
# Pingchang
# Sheying
# Incumbent - Chietei

Economy

Farming and rearing of domestic animals is the mainstay of the village economy but cotton production is still popular, thus enhancing annual household income. It is considered as one of the biggest economies in Noklak.

Culture

Patsho is considered the cultural centre of folklore, arts, significant heritage, and fashion around the area. Patsho can be considered the cultural hub of the Khiamniungans.

Sports

The pioneer in Sports arena Late. Koi C had been a major contributor since at his younger age. The fame of the village was at its peak and bringing awards and laurels had become persistent at his time. His intense sport determination was carried on by his son Mr. Longshi, who is seemly the goal scorer of today's generation.

Climate

Patsho village undergoes a sub-tropical climate with four distinct seasons: spring (), summer (), autumn () and winter ().

Agricultural practice

The people predominantly follow Jhum cultivation and the major crops are maize, rice, yam, millet, Job's tears (adlay millet), Beans, Sweet potatoes, pulses and spices.

Religion

Christianity is the only religion followed by the people and the church has celebrated its 50th anniversary (Golden Jubilee) in 2015.

List of Pastors: Duration:
* Marnungsang Ao

* Muno Patsho

* Tongthan Ao

* Shingnyo Patsho: 2000-2021

* Mukom(incumbent) Patsho: 2021-

Demography

As per 2011 Indian Census, the total population of the village is 2117, out of which 1060 are male and 1057 female.

Literacy rate

According to the 2011 Indian census, the literacy rate of this village is 54.87%.

Transportation

Air

The nearest airport is Jorhat Airport in Assam located 250 kilometres from district headquarters Noklak. There is a helipad in Noklak as well.

Rail

The nearest railway stations are Amguri railway station and Jorhat Town railway station located 206 kilometres and 243 kilometres from Noklak respectively.

Road

The district is connected with roads. The Noklak Road passes through the district alongside other intra-district roads. The NH 202 and NH 702B are the nearest highways to the district. Both the highways pass through Tuensang.

References

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Villages in Nagaland
Villages in Noklak district