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Medziphema, India

Nagaland · India

Medziphema is a small city in Nagaland, India with a population of 8,738. Elevation: 1,411 ft (430 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
8,738 Population 48/sq mi density
1,411 ft Elevation 430 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
69.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,700 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$1,700 median income, 12.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Medziphema

Medziphema is a town and sub-division located in Chümoukedima District of Nagaland state of India. Medziphema Town and Medziphema Village are situated few kilometers apart, the village stands on a hill top to the north of the near-valley Town. It is located 44 km from the Capital City of Kohima, 20 km from Chümoukedima and 33 km from Dimapur. The National Highway 29 runs through the Town area.

People

Population8,738
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density48/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,700
Per Capita$1,550
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty16.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$11,000
Rent$35
Housing Units3,495
Rent Burden28.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain69.4 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Population8,738
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Coordinates25.7576°, 93.8655°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceNagaland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation69.4 inches (1,763 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,700
Median Age25.0 years

About Medziphema

Medziphema is a small city in India (Nagaland) with a population of 8,738. The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet (430 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Medziphema has a population of 8,738 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 183.0 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,738
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
183.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Medziphema vs India Average

The median household income in Medziphema is $1,700, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,550 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $30, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 157 business establishments.

Income: Medziphema vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,700
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,550
Avg Weekly Wage$30

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above India avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above India avg
Establishments (County)157

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Medziphema is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,495 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,495

Property Tax

Medziphema enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above India avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Area183.0 sq mi (473.9 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates25.7576°N, 93.8655°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.4"
83% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.23"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

209 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jan 3, 2016 29 km W of Imph?l, India M6.7 108 km
Jan 9, 2013 66 km SE of Phek, India M5.8 128 km
Apr 5, 1999 29 km WNW of Imph?l, India M5.6 96 km
Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 85 km
Dec 20, 1991 12 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.4 139 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 76 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 108 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 119 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 93 km
Aug 30, 2009 74 km SE of Phek, India M5.3 135 km
May 9, 1995 77 km ESE of Phek, India M5.2 140 km
Jul 14, 2012 26 km S of Phek, India M5.2 72 km
Mar 25, 2005 40 km ESE of Phek, India M5.2 103 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 125 km
Mar 4, 2017 55 km SSE of Phek, India M5.1 102 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 118 km
Apr 4, 2019 25 km SSW of Phek, India M5.1 66 km
May 27, 2025 8 km SE of Moirāng, India M5.1 146 km
Aug 16, 2014 51 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.0 148 km
Dec 2, 1998 34 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.0 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 2 88 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 263 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 163 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
March 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
April 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 7.4 in
June 77°F (25°C) 12.2 in
July 78°F (25°C) 13.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 12.0 in
September 76°F (25°C) 8.5 in
October 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest

Medziphema has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 57°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 69.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and December the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Medziphema

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SFS School
Christian Mission Eng School
Govt. High School
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Museums in Medziphema

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Battle of Kohima Museum
Chumpo museum (lotha tribe)
Nagaland State Museum
State Museum
State museum

Libraries in Medziphema

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nagaland University Library0.0
State Library0.0
State Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Medziphema

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Daily Market
Medziphe Market
Medziphema Town Market
Super Market
TYO Bamboo Market
Weekly Market

Hotels in Medziphema

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Midway Restaurant, Piphema

Restaurants in Medziphema

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Maa Kali Restaurant, Pherima
New Champaran Restaurant, Phirema
Saha Hotel

Clinics in Medziphema

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Molvom, PHC
Primary Health Centre Piphema
Primary Health Centre, Riizaphema

Train Stations in Medziphema

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Molvom

Gas Stations in Medziphema

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #6255128224
IN #6255128225

Stadiums & Teams in Medziphema

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Medziphema

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dimapur AirportDMUMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Medziphema

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kuki Church
Medzipema Baptist Church
Medziphema Town Baptist Church "C"
Pherima Baptist Church
Town Bapt Church A
Town Baptist Church 'B'
Town Baptist Church "A"
Town Baptist Church B

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Medziphema

What is the population of Medziphema?

Medziphema has a population of 8,738 residents and is located in India. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 183.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Medziphema expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,700, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Medziphema?

Medziphema enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.4 inches.

How is the job market in Medziphema?

The job market in Medziphema faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $30. There are 157 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Medziphema?

The median home value in Medziphema is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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