Chakhesang Naga

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).

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

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

• Zhokhoi Chüzho (b. 1984), Actor
• Küzholuzo Nienü (b. 1966), Politician
• Vamüzo Phesao (1938–2000), Politician
• Chotisüh Sazo (b. 1962), Politician
• Chekrovolü Swüro (b. 1982), Archer
• Thenucho Tünyi (b. 1952), Politician
• Lhüthiprü Vasa (1934–1993), Politician
• Mülhüpra Vero (1934–2020), Politician

Khezha/Kuzhami

• K. G. Kenye (b. 1960), Politician
• Melhite Kenye (1922–2022), Pastor and Agriculturist
• Moko Koza (b. 1996), Rapper and songwriter
• Neiba Kronu (b. 1967), Politician
• Seno Tsuhah, Social activist

See also

• Pochury Naga

Further reading

• Puro, Aneile (2017). Aspects of Chakhesang folklore: a critical study (Doctor of Philosoph). Kohima Campus, Meriema: Nagaland University. hdl:10603/219632.