Chumukedima is situated in Dimapur District, about 14 km from Dimapur on the National Highway 39, on the route to Kohima. Chumukedima had served as the first headquarters of Naga Hills District of Assam during the British rule.
The Department of Tourism is constructing a tourist village at a distance of 8 km from the highway. A complete view of Dimapur and Karbi Anglong of Assam can be experienced from here. Waterfalls, located in this area, are also worth visiting.
The nearest railhead and airport are at Dimapur.