Khonsa Population
As per the 2011 Census, Khonsa Tehsil has a population of 26.30 k (26,295) with 14.11 k (14,114) males and 12.18 k (12,181) females.The sex ratio in Khonsa is 864, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Khonsa Tehsil is 3.44 k (3,444) which is 13.1% of Khonsa Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Khonsa Tehsil is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Khonsa Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Tirap District in the state of ARUNACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Khonsa Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Khonsa Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 29.93 k (29,925), indicating a 13.8% increased from Khonsa's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.98 k, and the estimated female population is 13.92 k.
Khonsa Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Khonsa Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 30.19 k (30,190), projecting a 14.81% increased from Khonsa's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.12 k, and the estimated female population is 14.04 k.
Khonsa Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Khonsa Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 15.47 k (15,467), accounting for 58.82% of the Khonsa Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 7.80 k (7,796), and the Christian female population is around 7.67 k (7,671).
Khonsa Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Khonsa Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 7.20 k (7,199), accounting for 27.38% of the Khonsa Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.39 k (4,386), and the Hindu female population is around 2.81 k (2,813).
Khonsa Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 15,467 | 58.82% |
| Hindu | 7,199 | 27.38% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2,703 | 10.28% |
| Muslim | 521 | 1.98% |
| Buddhist | 302 | 1.15% |
| Religion not stated | 69 | 0.26% |
| Sikh | 27 | 0.1% |
| Jain | 7 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKhonsa Urban Population
The Urban population of Khonsa Tehsil is 9.93 k (9,928), with 5.77 k (5,768) being males and 4.16 k (4,160) being females, making up 37.76% of the Khonsa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 722 females for every 1000 males.
Khonsa Rural Population
The Rural population of Khonsa Tehsil is 16.37 k (16,367), with 8.35 k (8,346) being males and 8.02 k (8,021) being females, making up 62.24% of the Khonsa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Khonsa Literacy Rate
Khonsa Tehsil has a literacy rate of 69.31% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Khonsa Tehsil is 78.04 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Khonsa Tehsil is 59.08 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Khonsa Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85%, while in the rural regions of Khonsa Tehsil, it is around 59.46%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Khonsa
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.31 | 78.04 | 59.08 |
| Urban Area | 85 | 89.68 | 78.28 |
| Rural Area | 59.46 | 69.56 | 49.04 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Khonsa
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 64.98 | 74.63 | 55.22 |
| Hindu | 77.34 | 83.6 | 67.22 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 68.18 | 76.65 | 59.45 |
| Muslim | 76.59 | 80.78 | 68 |
Khonsa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Khonsa Tehsil is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Khonsa Tehsil.
Khonsa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Khonsa Tehsil is 20.20 k (20,202) with 10.04 k (10,040) males and 10.16 k (10,162) females, which is 76.83% of Khonsa Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1013 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Khonsa
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 |
| Urban Area | 722 |
| Rural Area | 962 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Khonsa
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 984 |
| Hindu | 642 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 955 |
| Muslim | 528 |
Khonsa Area & Households
The Total Area of Khonsa Tehsil is 545.35 Square KM, with a population density of 48 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Khonsa Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Khonsa Tehsil are 52.The Total Number of households in Khonsa Tehsil are 5.36 k(5,355).
Khonsa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Khonsa Tehsil, there are about 12.46 k (12,456) workers, making up nearly 47.37% of the Khonsa Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 7.72 k (7,715) are male workers, and about 4.74 k (4,741) are female workers.
Khonsa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.93 k (29,925) | 13.8% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 30.19 k (30,190) | 14.81% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 30.45 k (30,454) | 15.82% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 30.70 k (30,700) | 16.75% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 30.93 k (30,927) | 17.61% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 31.17 k (31,173) | 18.55% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 31.42 k (31,418) | 19.48% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 31.65 k (31,645) | 20.35% | 0.87 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 31.83 k (31,834) | 21.06% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 32.02 k (32,023) | 21.78% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 32.21 k (32,212) | 22.5% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 32.40 k (32,401) | 23.22% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 32.59 k (32,590) | 23.94% | 0.72 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Khonsa Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 32.59 k (32,590), with a male population of 17.32 k (17,319) and a female population of 15.24 k (15,236). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Khonsa Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.