Chongkham Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chongkham Tehsil has a population of 22.00 k (21,995) with 11.72 k (11,716) males and 10.28 k (10,279) females.The sex ratio in Chongkham is 878, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chongkham Tehsil is 3.78 k (3,775) which is 17.16% of Chongkham Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chongkham Tehsil is 928 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Chongkham Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Lohit District in the state of ARUNACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Chongkham Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chongkham Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 25.03 k (25,031), indicating a 13.8% increased from Chongkham's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.27 k, and the estimated female population is 11.74 k.
Chongkham Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chongkham Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 25.25 k (25,253), projecting a 14.81% increased from Chongkham's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.38 k, and the estimated female population is 11.85 k.
Chongkham Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chongkham Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 10.55 k (10,548), accounting for 47.96% of the Chongkham Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.80 k (5,804), and the Hindu female population is around 4.74 k (4,744).
Chongkham Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Chongkham Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 9.77 k (9,770), accounting for 44.42% of the Chongkham Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 5.04 k (5,042), and the Buddhist female population is around 4.73 k (4,728).
Chongkham Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,548 | 47.96% |
| Buddhist | 9,770 | 44.42% |
| Christian | 867 | 3.94% |
| Muslim | 590 | 2.68% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 191 | 0.87% |
| Sikh | 12 | 0.05% |
| Religion not stated | 10 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 7 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChongkham Urban Population
The Urban population of Chongkham Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Chongkham total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Chongkham Rural Population
The Rural population of Chongkham Tehsil is 22.00 k (21,995), with 11.72 k (11,716) being males and 10.28 k (10,279) being females, making up 100% of the Chongkham total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 878 females for every 1000 males.
Chongkham Literacy Rate
Chongkham Tehsil has a literacy rate of 62.97% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chongkham Tehsil is 72.02 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chongkham Tehsil is 52.53 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chongkham Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Chongkham Tehsil, it is around 62.97%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chongkham
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62.97 | 72.02 | 52.53 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 62.97 | 72.02 | 52.53 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chongkham
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 62.68 | 71.5 | 51.58 |
| Buddhist | 62.84 | 72.37 | 52.82 |
| Christian | 57.57 | 65.08 | 49.86 |
| Muslim | 74.8 | 81.63 | 65.73 |
Chongkham Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Chongkham Tehsil is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Chongkham Tehsil.
Chongkham Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chongkham Tehsil is 5.79 k (5,791) with 3.00 k (3,002) males and 2.79 k (2,789) females, which is 26.33% of Chongkham Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 930 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chongkham
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 878 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chongkham
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 818 |
| Buddhist | 938 |
| Christian | 980 |
| Muslim | 827 |
Chongkham Area & Households
The Total Area of Chongkham Tehsil is 995.53 Square KM, with a population density of 22 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Chongkham Tehsil are 44.The Total Number of households in Chongkham Tehsil are 4.41 k(4,411).
Chongkham Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chongkham Tehsil, there are about 10.10 k (10,095) workers, making up nearly 45.9% of the Chongkham Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 6.22 k (6,216) are male workers, and about 3.88 k (3,879) are female workers.
Chongkham - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25.03 k (25,031) | 13.8% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.25 k (25,253) | 14.81% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.47 k (25,474) | 15.82% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 25.68 k (25,680) | 16.75% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 25.87 k (25,870) | 17.61% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.08 k (26,075) | 18.55% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 26.28 k (26,281) | 19.48% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 26.47 k (26,470) | 20.35% | 0.87 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 26.63 k (26,629) | 21.06% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 26.79 k (26,787) | 21.78% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 26.95 k (26,945) | 22.5% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 27.10 k (27,103) | 23.22% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 27.26 k (27,261) | 23.94% | 0.72 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chongkham Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 27.26 k (27,261), with a male population of 14.38 k (14,376) and a female population of 12.86 k (12,857). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Chongkham Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.