Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Lohit District

Lohit Population

As per the 2011 Census, Lohit District has a population of 1.46 Lac (1,45,726) with 76.22 k (76,221) males and 69.51 k (69,505) females.The sex ratio in Lohit is 912, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Lohit District is 23.90 k (23,901) which is 16.4% of Lohit District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Lohit District is 966 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Lohit District is listed as part of ARUNACHAL PRADESH State in INDIA.

1.46 Lac

Toatl Population

76.22 k

Male Population

69.51 k

Female Population

Lohit Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Lohit District current estimated population is projected to be 1.66 Lac (1,65,841), indicating a 13.8% increased from Lohit's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 86.31 k, and the estimated female population is 79.41 k.

Lohit Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Lohit District estimated population is projected to be 1.67 Lac (1,67,308), projecting a 14.81% increased from Lohit's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 87.05 k, and the estimated female population is 80.13 k.

Lohit Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Lohit District, with a total Hindu population of 99.02 k (99,020), accounting for 67.95% of the Lohit District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 52.24 k (52,244), and the Hindu female population is around 46.78 k (46,776).

Lohit Buddhist Population

Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Lohit District, with a total Buddhist population of 24.45 k (24,452), accounting for 16.78% of the Lohit District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 12.37 k (12,365), and the Buddhist female population is around 12.09 k (12,087).

Lohit Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu99,02067.95%
Buddhist24,45216.78%
Christian10,6847.33%
Other religions and persuasions7,2774.99%
Muslim3,8462.64%
Sikh2100.14%
Religion not stated1330.09%
Jain1040.07%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Lohit Urban Population

The Urban population of Lohit District is 32.43 k (32,430), with 17.23 k (17,230) being males and 15.20 k (15,200) being females, making up 22.25% of the Lohit total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 883 females for every 1000 males.

Lohit Rural Population

The Rural population of Lohit District is 1.13 Lac (1,13,296), with 58.99 k (58,991) being males and 54.31 k (54,305) being females, making up 77.75% of the Lohit total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 921 females for every 1000 males.

Lohit Literacy Rate

Lohit District has a literacy rate of 68.18% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Lohit District is 75.52 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Lohit District is 60.04 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Lohit District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.81%, while in the rural regions of Lohit District, it is around 64.37%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Lohit

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 68.18 75.52 60.04
Urban Area 80.81 85.66 75.23
Rural Area 64.37 72.4 55.57

Literacy Rate by Religion in Lohit

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 67.32 74.41 59.26
Buddhist 71.77 79.55 63.9
Christian 64.88 72.78 56.61
Other religions and persuasions 67.73 77.98 57.06

Lohit Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes Population in Lohit District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Lohit District.

Lohit Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Lohit District is 47.41 k (47,410) with 23.46 k (23,457) males and 23.95 k (23,953) females, which is 32.53% of Lohit District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1022 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Lohit

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 912
Urban Area 883
Rural Area 921

Sex Ratio by Religion in Lohit

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 896
Buddhist 978
Christian 949
Other religions and persuasions 957

Lohit Area & Households

The Total Area of Lohit District is 5,212 Square KM, with a population density of 28 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Lohit District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Lohit District are 300.The Total Number of households in Lohit District are 30.01 k(30,005).

Lohit Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Lohit District, there are about 60.95 k (60,945) workers, making up nearly 41.82% of the Lohit District total population. Out of these, around 38.91 k (38,910) are male workers, and about 22.04 k (22,035) are female workers.

Lohit - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Lohit district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 14,883, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,45,726 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 128.66% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 62.03%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951, 1961) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Lohit District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 14,883 to 1,45,726.
  • The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 128.66%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 N.A - - N.A. N.A.
1911 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1921 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1931 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1941 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1951 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1961 14.88 k N.A N.A 8.56 k 6.32 k
1971 34.03 k 19.15 k 128.6635759 19.29 k 14.74 k
1981 55.03 k 20.99 k 61.68606018 31.04 k 23.98 k
1991 92.50 k 37.47 k 68.10177192 51.32 k 41.18 k
2001 1.25 Lac 32.49 k 35.1283271 67.11 k 57.89 k
2011 1.46 Lac 20.74 k 16.58919442 76.22 k 69.51 k

Historical Population of Lohit by Census Year 1901-2011

Lohit - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 1.66 Lac (1,65,841) 13.8%
2025 1.67 Lac (1,67,308) 14.81% 1.01 %
2026 1.69 Lac (1,68,774) 15.82% 1.01 %
2027 1.70 Lac (1,70,136) 16.75% 0.93 %
2028 1.71 Lac (1,71,394) 17.61% 0.86 %
2029 1.73 Lac (1,72,755) 18.55% 0.94 %
2030 1.74 Lac (1,74,117) 19.48% 0.93 %
2031 1.75 Lac (1,75,375) 20.35% 0.87 %
2032 1.76 Lac (1,76,422) 21.06% 0.71 %
2033 1.77 Lac (1,77,470) 21.78% 0.72 %
2034 1.79 Lac (1,78,517) 22.5% 0.72 %
2035 1.80 Lac (1,79,565) 23.22% 0.72 %
2036 1.81 Lac (1,80,613) 23.94% 0.72 %

Projected estimates indicate that Lohit District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.81 Lac (1,80,613), with a male population of 93.53 k (93,525) and a female population of 86.93 k (86,933). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Lohit District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.

Lohit Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Lohit is 1.46 Lac (1,45,726).

The estimated population of Lohit in 2024 is approximately 1.66 Lac (1,65,841).

Hindu constitute 67.95% of Lohit population, amounting to approximately 99.02 k (99,020) people.

Buddhist constitute 16.78% of Lohit population, totaling around 24.45 k (24,452) people.

Hindu: 67.95%, Buddhist: 16.78%, Christian: 7.33%, Other religions and persuasions: 4.99%, Muslim: 2.64%, Sikh: 0.14%, Religion not stated: 0.09%, Jain: 0.07%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Lohit is 0, and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 47.41 k (32.53%).

In Lohit, 32.43 k (22.25%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 1.13 Lac (77.75%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohit is 68.18%, with male literacy at 75.52% and female literacy at 60.04%.

The sex ratio in Lohit is 912 females for every 1000 males.

Lohit population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.85% up to 2036.