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Chümoukedima formally spelled Chumukedima, is a municipality in the Chümoukedima District of the Indian state of Nagaland.
It is the third-largest urban agglomeration in Nagaland after Dimapur and Kohima.
History
It served as the first headquarters of the then Naga Hills District of Assam during the time of British rule in early 19th century.
The town was also called Nechu Guard and also as Samaguting during World War II.
Demographics
India census, Chümoukedima had a population of 43,516.
Geography
It is located in the foothills of Naga Hills.
The Tourist Village on the top of a hill projects a bird's eye view of the whole of Chümoukedima District, Dimapur District and other parts of Karbi Anglong District of Assam.
Waterfalls are also located in this area.
Economy
Chümoukedima is one of the fastest-growing towns in Nagaland.
In fact, it forms part of the Dimapur–Chümoukedima urban area, which is the largest and the fastest-growing urban hub of Nagaland.
The town's population has grown by nearly five times in the last two decades.
Transportation
Air
The Dimapur Airport is located  from Chümoukedima.
Road
Highways passing through Chümoukedima
30px Asian Highway 1 : Tokyo  – Chümoukedima  – Istanbul
30px Asian Highway 2 : Denpasar – Chümoukedima  - Khosravi
: Dabaka (Assam) – Chümoukedima – Jessami (Manipur)
Rail
Chümoukedima is connected with the Chümoukedima Shokhuvi Railway Station located  south-west from the city center.
The Dimapur Railway Station is located  from Chümoukedima.
See also
Dimapur
Nagaland
References
