Changtongya
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Changtongya town comprises two main divisions: Changtongya Headquarters; and Changtongya Electrical Colony.
Geography
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Demographics
As per the census of 2011, the population of Changtongya town has been recorded as 7,532.[2] 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.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
Changtongya has a no-hunting zone reserve forest, which is a haven for bird watchers.Script error: No such module "Unsubst". 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.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
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
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- ↑ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Chantongia
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