| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 154,874 (2011)[1] | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Languages | |
| Chokri,Kuzha,Sumi, andPoula | |
| Religion | |
| Christianity | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| OtherNaga Ethnic Groups |
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TheChakhesangs are a majorNagaethnic group inhabiting theNortheast Indian state ofNagaland.[2] Chakhesangs were previously known as the former EasternAngami, now recognized as a separate ethnic group. The name "Chakhesang" was created as anacronym from the names of three ethnic groups: theChakrü (Chokri),Khezha and SouthernSangtam (now separately known asPochury).[3]
Most of the villages fall withinPhek District ofNagaland.[4] Two Chakhesang villages (Jessami and Soraphung/Krowemi) are located inUkhrul District ofManipur.
The following is a list of prominent people belonging to the Chakhesang community.
| Mizoram |  Naga woman | |
|---|---|---|
| Nagaland | ||
| Meghalaya | ||
| Arunachal Pradesh | ||
| Manipur | ||
| Tripura | ||
| Assam | ||
| Sikkim | ||
| Kuki tribes including: | ||
| Naga tribes including: | ||
