Chakhesang Naga
The Chakhesangs are a major Naga ethnic group inhabiting the Northeast Indian state of Nagaland.[2] Chakhesangs were previously known as the former Eastern Angami, now recognized as a separate ethnic group. The Chakhesangs are divided into two groups known as Chokri and Kuzhami. The name "Chakhesang" was created as an acronym from the names of three ethnic groups: the Chakrü (Chokri), Khezha (Kuzhami) and Southern Sangtam (now Pochury).[3]
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 154,874 (2011)[1] | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Languages | |
| Chokri, Kuzhami, Sumi, and Poula | |
| Religion | |
| Christianity | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Other Naga Ethnic Groups |
Most of the villages fall within Phek District of Nagaland.[4] Two Chakhesang villages (Jessami and Soraphung/Krowemi) are located in the Ukhrul District of Manipur.
Notable personalities
The following is a list of prominent people belonging to the Chakhesang community.
Chokri
- Zhokhoi Chüzho (b. 1984), Actor
- Venüzo Dawhuo (b. 1997), Wrestler
- Küzholuzo Nienü (b. 1966), Politician
- Vamüzo Phesao (1938–2000), Politician
- Chotisüh Sazo (b. 1962), Politician
- Chekrovolü Swüro (b. 1982), Archer
- Lhüthiprü Vasa (d. 1993), Politician
- Mülhüpra Vero (1934–2020), Politician
Khezha/Kuzhami
- K. G. Kenye (b. 1960), Politician
- Moko Koza (b. 1995), Rapper
- Neiba Kronu (b. 1967), Politician
- Seno Tsuhah, Social Activist
See also
References
- "Census Of India". CENSUS 2011. MHA GOI.
- Mills, JP. Ao Nagas (1926).
- Das, Nava Kishor (1989). Ethnic identity, ethnicity, and social stratification in north-east India. Inter-India Publications. p. 210. ISBN 9788121002189.
- (Italy), Consiglio nazionale delle ricerche; Science?, Symposium on the Basis of Civilization--Water (2004). The Basis of Civilization--water Science?. International Association of Hydrological Science. p. 187. ISBN 9781901502572.
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