Chakhesang Naga

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The Chakhesangs are a major Naga ethnic group found in the Indian state of Nagaland. Chakhesangs were previously known as the former Eastern Angamis, now recognized as a separate tribe. The tribe is divided into two groups known as Chokri and Khezha. The name "Chakhesang" was created as an acronym from the names of three tribes: the Chokri, Khezha and Sangtam (now Pochury).^[1]

Most of the villages fall within Phek District of Nagaland.^[2] Two Chakhesang villages (Jessami and Soraphung/Krowemi) are located in the Ukhrul District of Manipur.

Distribution

Chokri Chakhesang

Chozuba, Dzülhami, Gidemi, Pholami, Porba, Sakraba

Khezha Chakhesang

Chizami, Khezhakeno, Pfütsero

Notable personalities

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

Zhokhoi Chüzho (b. 1984), Actor
K. G. Kenye (b. 1960), Politician
Vamüzo Phesao (1938–2000), Politician
Chekrovolü Swüro (b. 1982), Archer
Lhüthiprü Vasa (d. 1993), Politician
Mülhüpra Vero (1934–2020), Politician

References

↑ Ethnic identity, ethnicity, and social stratification in north-east India{{#if:|, {{{last}}}}. Inter-India Publications(1989). ISBN 9788121002189
↑ The Basis of Civilization--water Science?{{#if:|, {{{last}}}}. International Association of Hydrological Science(2004). ISBN 9781901502572

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[1] Ethnic identity, ethnicity, and social stratification in north-east India{{#if:|, {{{last}}}}. Inter-India Publications(1989). ISBN 9788121002189

[2] The Basis of Civilization--water Science?{{#if:|, {{{last}}}}. International Association of Hydrological Science(2004). ISBN 9781901502572

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