Saipung Population
As per the 2011 Census, Saipung Tehsil has a population of 37.11 k (37,107) with 18.61 k (18,605) males and 18.50 k (18,502) females.The sex ratio in Saipung is 995, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Saipung Tehsil is 9.43 k (9,430) which is 25.41% of Saipung Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Saipung Tehsil is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Saipung Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Jaintia Hills District in the state of MEGHALAYA in India.
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Saipung Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Saipung Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 42.22 k (42,220), indicating a 13.78% increased from Saipung's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.07 k, and the estimated female population is 21.15 k.
Saipung Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Saipung Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 42.61 k (42,606), projecting a 14.82% increased from Saipung's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.26 k, and the estimated female population is 21.35 k.
Saipung Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Saipung Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 27.51 k (27,508), accounting for 74.13% of the Saipung Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 13.95 k (13,947), and the Christian female population is around 13.56 k (13,561).
Saipung Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Saipung Tehsil, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 8.85 k (8,845), accounting for 23.84% of the Saipung Tehsil population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 4.25 k (4,247), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 4.60 k (4,598).
Saipung Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 27,508 | 74.13% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 8,845 | 23.84% |
| Hindu | 581 | 1.57% |
| Muslim | 101 | 0.27% |
| Religion not stated | 43 | 0.12% |
| Buddhist | 20 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 7 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 2 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSaipung Urban Population
The Urban population of Saipung Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Saipung total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Saipung Rural Population
The Rural population of Saipung Tehsil is 37.11 k (37,107), with 18.61 k (18,605) being males and 18.50 k (18,502) being females, making up 100% of the Saipung total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 995 females for every 1000 males.
Saipung Literacy Rate
Saipung Tehsil has a literacy rate of 57.12% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Saipung Tehsil is 55.52 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Saipung Tehsil is 58.73 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Saipung Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Saipung Tehsil, it is around 57.12%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Saipung
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57.12 | 55.52 | 58.73 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 57.12 | 55.52 | 58.73 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Saipung
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 61.82 | 59.75 | 63.93 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 43.35 | 42.95 | 43.71 |
| Hindu | 32.95 | 30.92 | 35.64 |
| Muslim | 51.95 | 42.86 | 59.52 |
Saipung Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Saipung Tehsil is 22 (22) with 17 (17) males and 5 (5) females, which is 0.06% of Saipung Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 295 females for every 1000 males.
Saipung Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Saipung Tehsil is 36.52 k (36,524) with 18.29 k (18,294) males and 18.23 k (18,230) females, which is 98.43% of Saipung Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 997 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Saipung
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 995 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Saipung
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 973 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1083 |
| Hindu | 810 |
| Muslim | 1020 |
Saipung Area & Households
The Total Area of Saipung Tehsil is 846 Square KM, with a population density of 44 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Saipung Tehsil are 97.The Total Number of households in Saipung Tehsil are 6.25 k(6,253).
Saipung Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Saipung Tehsil, there are about 14.86 k (14,855) workers, making up nearly 40.03% of the Saipung Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 8.05 k (8,054) are male workers, and about 6.80 k (6,801) are female workers.
Saipung - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 42.22 k (42,220) | 13.78% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 42.61 k (42,606) | 14.82% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.97 k (42,967) | 15.79% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 43.30 k (43,302) | 16.69% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 43.65 k (43,651) | 17.63% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 43.99 k (43,987) | 18.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 44.34 k (44,335) | 19.48% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 44.63 k (44,633) | 20.28% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 44.91 k (44,907) | 21.02% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 45.18 k (45,181) | 21.76% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 45.45 k (45,454) | 22.49% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 45.72 k (45,716) | 23.2% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 45.99 k (45,989) | 23.94% | 0.74 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Saipung Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 45.99 k (45,989), with a male population of 22.82 k (22,823) and a female population of 23.17 k (23,169). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Saipung Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.