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Patsho

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Patsho (Pathso), a village in North East India, in the state of Nagaland, is situated in Indo-Burma region of Patkai range, towards the east of Mount Khülio-King .[2][3] It is considered as one of the biggest villages in Noklak district.[4]

Patsho
Village
From top (left to right):
Patsho Village at night;
Patsho North direction; Shiemong intersection;
Patsho Hill
Motto(s): 
"Enfolding and exhibiting excellence"
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Patsho is located in Nagaland
Patsho
Patsho
Location of Patsho in Nagaland
Patsho is located in India
Patsho
Patsho
Patsho (India)
Coordinates: 26°06′45″N 94°55′55″E / 26.11250°N 94.93194°E / 26.11250; 94.93194
Country India
RegionNortheast India
StateNagaland
DistrictNoklak district
Government
 • Type Autonomous council
 • BodyPatsho Village Council
Area
 • Total
20 km2 (8 sq mi)
Elevation
1,415 m (4,642 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total
2,117[1]
Languages
 • OfficialPatsho Khiamniungan
 • Major languagesPatsho Khiamniungan
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
798612
Telephone code23200
Sex ratio100 ♂/♀
ClimateTemperate (Köppen)
Websitewww.noklak.nic.in -Village & Panchayats Name of Administrative Circle: Noklak PATHSO

History

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The nomenclature Patsho is a cryptogenic origin that convey the meaning Congregation of people. The provenance of Patsho people backtrack to the initial historical place called Khiamnyunga, from where a group of people moved towards west to occupy Lümuoking and subsequently inhibited the extant Patsho village. [5][6]

People

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Friendliness towards certain foreigners in the olden days is notable which faintly outlines the characteristics of the people.[7] On the other hand, people of Patsho, a Kalyo-kengyu village, were once considered the most formidable in war where opponent from other villagers hesitate to attack and raid the village. They were the master of poisoned arrows being shot at the opponent and strategy of attacking a group of enemies by single man or two, fiercely outperforms them in war. [8] Unlike those days, people now have become invariably polite and courteous, compassionately reinforcing the indigent and delivering impecunious. All these is affected by the inception of Christianity and introduction of modern education drastically overshadowed the vernacular education. Societal transformation is at its peak fueled by globalization and knowledge transmission through cultural exchanges.[9]

Education

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Education seemed distant for the villagers in the olden days complimented by non-educational oriented societal norms and overwhelming domestic problems until the dawn of new academic institutions in the village.[9]

List of academic institutions in the village

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List of Private Schools

  • Union Mission School - Established in 2017. – Class A-2[10]

List of Government Schools

  • Government Primary School Pathso – Class A-4, Established in the year 1963.[11]
  • Government High School – Class 5-10, Established in 1970.[12]

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Politics

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History

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There was no hereditary chief in Patsho or in any Kalyo Kengyu villages. They were all organized on democratic lines, men excelling in war or wealth acting as leaders. Particularly In Patsho however there was a certain men who acts at magical and religious ceremonies, whose dignity is hereditary in his clan.[7]

Present Administration

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Patsho forms part of Thonoknyu Assembly constituency #57 in the Nagaland Legislative Assembly.[14] Patsho neighbors Kingnyu to the east, Tshüvau and Lingnyu to the northeast, Yokau and Iekhau to the north, Patsho Nokking and Patsho Town to the south, Kingphu and New Sanglau Longding to the south west, Yakor to the nort west and Shamator to the west.[15]

Local Administration

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"As per constitution of India and Panchyati Raj Act, Patsho village is administrated by Sarpanch (Head of Village) who is elected representative of village."[1][4]

Chairman

  1. Buming
  2. Chietei
  3. Pushong - Incumbent

VDB secretary

  1. Mukom
  2. Sheying - Incumbent

Head Gaon Bura

  1. Pingchang
  2. Sheying
  3. Chietei - Incumbent

Economy

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Farming and rearing of domestic animals is the mainstay of the village economy but cotton production is still popular, thus enhancing annual household income.[16] Some of the important crops cultivating in the village are Paddy, Mize Millet, Beans of different kind, Chilies, Taro, Sweet potatoes.[17] It is considered as one of the biggest economies in Noklak.[18]

Culture

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Patsho is considered the cultural centre of folklore, arts, significant heritage, and fashion around the area. Patsho can be considered the cultural hub of the Khiamniungans.[19] [20]

 
Different types of wooden and bamboo products all made in Patsho village

The initiative of an inclusive society in every cultural arenas to achieve gender equality is a step closer towards vibrant culture and peaceful society.[21]

Marriages

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There are two exogamous or clans known as Shiu and Lam. Inter marriages takes place between these two.[22] Kalyo Kengyu strictly follow monogamous. They pay no bride-price.[7]

Seisei-ie

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A wordplay or pun is one of the unique cultures of the Khiamniungans and especially of Patsho people since the inception of the villages. Traditionally it was played between villages in the form of competition unlike today's norm of performing for entertainment purposes.[23]

Traditional dances

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Folkdance

Some cultural dance performed by the villagers.

Langnyu KhiamjangjePerforms during Miu & Tsoukum Festivals
JamhangFeast of merit Dance
Hoi-ie-tsuiPerforms during Tsoukum
ShapautaithiuWelcome Dance or Warm reception dance
KheulakPerforms on the eve of war
Noknap-ie-tsuikuapPeace Treaty Reception Dance
ShikuohVigorious male dance
tsuichong/huoneu dancePre-war dance
I-li-tsuihangwar dance or victory dance
Khautsauhsie dancePerforms during Khautsausie festival

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Climate

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Patsho village undergoes a sub-tropical climate with four distinct seasons: spring (Miuleih), summer (Asheu), autumn (Ochamju) and winter (A-uh).[25]

 
A view of Patsho at night

Patsho comes under the climate zone of Humid subtropical, dry winter(Köppen climate classification). The average mean temperature is around 25.05°C (77.09°F). It experience hottest on average in the month of June, when the day time temperature may reach up-to 29.34°C (84.81°F), and is coolest in January when the average low temperature may fall below 11.33°C (52.39°F).[26] Rainfall in the area varies from 150 to 250 cm. The bulk of rainfall is received between May and October.[27]

Agricultural practice

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The people predominantly follow Jhum cultivation and the major crops are maize, rice, yam, millet, Job's tears (adlay millet), beans, sweet potatoes, pulses and spices.[28]

Workers Total Male Female
Main workers 1015 521 491
Cultivators 930 458 472
Agricultural labourers 10 6 4
Other workers 75 60 15
Marginal workers 142 66 76
Non working 960 470 490

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Religion

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Patsho Baptist Church service
Religion in Patsho (2011)[4]
Religion Percent
Christians
 
 99.9%
Hindus
 
 0.0%
Muslims
 
 0.0%
Buddhists
 
 0.0%
Others*
 
 0.0%
Distribution of religions

Christianity is the only religion followed by the people and the church has celebrated its 50th anniversary (Golden Jubilee) in 2015.[15]

Sl no Pastors Duration
1 Marnungsang Ao
2 Muno Patsho
3 Tongthan Ao
4 Shingnyo Patsho 2000-2021
5 Mukom Patsho 2021-incumbent

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Demography

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As per 2011 Indian Census, the total population of the village is 2117, out of which 1060 are male and 1057 female.[4]

Literacy rate

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According to the 2011 Indian census, the literacy rate of this village is 54.87%. In Pathso Male literacy stands at 58.07 % while female literacy rate was 51.60 %.[4]

Transportation

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Air

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The nearest airport is Jorhat Airport in Assam located around 250 kilometres from the village. There is a helipad in Noklak, the distance from Patsho to Noklak is 37km.[30]

Rail

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The nearest railway stations are Amguri railway station and Jorhat Town railway station located around 206 kilometres and 243 kilometres from the village respectively.

Road

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The village is connected with roads. The Patsho Road passes through the district alongside other intra-district roads. The NH 202 and NH 702B are the nearest highways to the village. Both the highways pass through Tuensang.

References

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  1. ^ a b "Pathso Population - Tuensang, Nagaland-Population census". www.census2011.co.in. January 21, 2024.
  2. ^ "Animal Health Camp and TSP inputs materials distribution programme at Patsho and Yokao village of Noklak district Nagaland-ICAR-National Research Centre". ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun. Dec 17, 2023.
  3. ^ "Pathso village march against menace of drug abuse - The Morung Express". morungexpress.com. January 21, 2024.
  4. ^ a b c d e f Download DH_2011_1307_PART_B_DCHB_TUENSANG.pdf : Census of India 2011 Nagaland, Series-14, Part XII-B: District Census Handbook Tuensang, pp. 88-89
  5. ^ "Origin of Khiamniungans, tracing the roots of people". tuensang.nic.in. Nov 21, 2023.
  6. ^ "The frontier district Noklak | CULTURE & HERITAGE KHIAMNIUNGAN NOKTHANG". noklak.nic.in. Retrieved 2024-03-20.
  7. ^ a b c The Geographical Journal - "Through the unexplored mountain of Assam-Burma Border"Volume XCI No3-pdf. Nov 19, 2024. p. 211.
  8. ^ J H Hutton, ed. (2018). Diaries of Two Tours in the Unadministered Area East of The Naga Hills (Reprint Edition) - Anthropology and Sociology/Tribal Studies. Mittal Publications. ISBN 9788183249171.
  9. ^ a b "The World of the Khiamniungan Nagas on the Border of India & Myanmar -The News Lens". international.thenewslens.com. March 23, 2024.
  10. ^ "Government of Nagaland School Education Department -Addedum Shemrokdimapur" (PDF). www.shemrockdimapur.in. March 23, 2024.
  11. ^ "GPS PATHSO - School". schools.org.in. March 23, 2024.
  12. ^ "PRSU visits govt schools, institutions; expresses dismay at weak functioning-Nagaland post". www.nagalandpost.com. March 23, 2024.
  13. ^ "Education and road infrastructure on cards as Noklak nears voting -Nagaland tribune". www.nagalandtribune.in. March 23, 2024.
  14. ^ "GENERAL ELECTION TO THE 13th NAGALAND LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, 2018- ANNEXURE - 45 (Chapter XV, Para 15.27.9), FORM 20 (Final Result Sheet)". ceo.nagaland.gov.in. Dec 17, 2024.
  15. ^ a b Students' Community.(1978-2020). Patsho Students' Union 50th anniversary : Souvenir, Theme: Embracing Excellence. publisher artworks.
  16. ^ "Patsho village, where people still finds weaver and wearer= Eastern Mirror". easternmirrornagaland.com. March 21, 2024.
  17. ^ "Oral History-"SPONSORED UNDER TRIDEPARTMENT OF ART AND CULTURE GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND"" (PDF). www.google.com. Nov 21, 2024. p. 24.
  18. ^ "Nagaland govt rewards best performing villages, farmers & SHGs - The Morung Express". morungexpress.com. March 23, 2024.
  19. ^ "Patsho village in Noklak district breaks glass ceiling-Hornbilltv". www.hornbilltv.com. March 21, 2024.
  20. ^ "The frontier district Noklak -CULTURE & HERITAGE KHIAMNIUNGAN NOKTHANG". noklak.nic.in. January 21, 2024.
  21. ^ "Pathso village advocates women empowerment-The Morung Express". morungexpress.com. Nov 19, 2024.
  22. ^ "Oral History-"SPONSORED UNDER TRIDEPARTMENT OF ART AND CULTURE GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND"" (PDF). www.google.com. Nov 21, 2024. p. 27.
  23. ^ "Yesterday's lifestyle today's identity Sanglau community celebrates culture and traditions-Nagaland Tribune". nagalandtribune.in. January 21, 2024.
  24. ^ "Ministry of Tribal Affairs Traditional art forms". repository.tribal.gov.in. Nov 19, 2024.
  25. ^ "Khiamniungan History-The Frontier District, Noklak"". noklak.nic.in. Dec 17, 2023.
  26. ^ "Compare Weather and Climate - weathersndclimate". weatherandclimate.com. March 23, 2024.
  27. ^ "State level biodiversity strategy and action plan in Nagaland - NBSAP" (PDF). kalpavriksh.org. Nov 21, 2024.
  28. ^ "Oral History-SPONSORED UNDER TRIDEPARTMENT OF ART AND CULTUREGOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND". repository.tribal.gov.in. January 20, 2024.
  29. ^ Church record archive - Patsho Baptist Tuathih
  30. ^ "Helicopter services resume at Noklak". DIPR Nagaland. Retrieved 23 March 2021.
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