Chakhesang people

Chakhesang
Total population
154,874 (2011)
Regions with significant populations
Languages
Chokri, Kuzha, Sumi, and Poula
Religion
Christianity
Related ethnic groups
Tenyimi (Angami Naga · Mao Naga · Poumai Naga · Maram Naga · Rengma Naga · Zeme Naga)

The Chakhesangs are a major Naga ethnic group inhabiting the Northeast Indian state of Nagaland. Chakhesangs were previously known as the former Eastern Angami, now recognized as a separate ethnic group. The name "Chakhesang" was created as an acronym from the names of three ethnic groups: the Chakrü (Chokri), Khezha and Southern Sangtam (now separately known as Pochury).[better source needed]

Most of the villages fall within Phek District of Nagaland. Two Chakhesang villages (Jessami and Soraphung/Krowemi) are located in Ukhrul District of Manipur.[citation needed]

Notable personalities

Chipikhwü, at the Honolulu Museum of Art. Miid-20th century acquisition.

The following is a list of prominent people belonging to the Chakhesang community.

Chokri

Khezha/Kuzhami

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Census Of India". CENSUS 2011. MHA GOI.
  2. ↑ Mills, JP. Ao Nagas (1926).
  3. ↑ Das, Nava Kishor (1989). Ethnic identity, ethnicity, and social stratification in north-east India. Inter-India Publications. p. 210. ISBN 9788121002189.

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