Chumukedima is a census town and the district headquarters of the Dimapur district, in the state of Nagaland, India. It is at a distance of 14 km from Dimapur on National Highway 39. Located in the foothills of Naga Hills, it served as the first headquarters of the then Naga Hills District of Assam during the time of British rule in early 19th century. The Tourist Village on the top of a hill projects a bird's eye view the whole of Dimapur and other parts of Karbi-Anglong of Assam. Waterfalls are also located in this area. Chumukedima is one of the fastest growing towns in Nagaland. In fact, it forms part of the Dimapur-Chumukedima urban area which is the largest and the fastest growing urban hub of Nagaland. The town's population has grown by nearly five times in the last two decades.