Districts in Mizoram State

Mizoram Population

As per the 2011 Census, Mizoram State has a population of 10.97 Lac (10,97,206) with 5.55 Lac (5,55,339) males and 5.42 Lac (5,41,867) females.The sex ratio in Mizoram is 976, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mizoram State is 1.69 Lac (1,68,531) which is 15.36% of Mizoram State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mizoram State is 970 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Mizoram State is listed as part of the North East region of India .

10.97 Lac

Toatl Population

5.55 Lac

Male Population

5.42 Lac

Female Population

Mizoram Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Mizoram State current estimated population is projected to be 12.48 Lac (12,48,408), indicating a 13.78% increased from Mizoram's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.30 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.19 Lac.

Mizoram Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Mizoram State estimated population is projected to be 12.60 Lac (12,60,345), projecting a 14.87% increased from Mizoram's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.35 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.25 Lac.

Mizoram Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Mizoram State, with a total Christian population of 9.56 Lac (9,56,331), accounting for 87.16% of the Mizoram State population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 4.76 Lac (4,76,464), and the Christian female population is around 4.80 Lac (4,79,867).

Mizoram Buddhist Population

Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Mizoram State, with a total Buddhist population of 93.41 k (93,411), accounting for 8.51% of the Mizoram State population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 47.97 k (47,970), and the Buddhist female population is around 45.44 k (45,441).

Mizoram Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian9,56,33187.16%
Buddhist93,4118.51%
Hindu30,1362.75%
Muslim14,8321.35%
Religion not stated1,0260.09%
Other religions and persuasions8080.07%
Jain3760.03%
Sikh2860.03%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Mizoram Urban Population

The Urban population of Mizoram State is 5.72 Lac (5,71,771), with 2.86 Lac (2,86,204) being males and 2.86 Lac (2,85,567) being females, making up 52.11% of the Mizoram total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 998 females for every 1000 males.

Mizoram Rural Population

The Rural population of Mizoram State is 5.25 Lac (5,25,435), with 2.69 Lac (2,69,135) being males and 2.56 Lac (2,56,300) being females, making up 47.89% of the Mizoram total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 953 females for every 1000 males.

Mizoram Literacy Rate

Mizoram State has a literacy rate of 91.33% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mizoram State is 93.35 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mizoram State is 89.27 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Mizoram State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 97.63%, while in the rural regions of Mizoram State, it is around 84.1%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mizoram

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 91.33 93.35 89.27
Urban Area 97.63 97.98 97.27
Rural Area 84.1 88.16 79.81

Literacy Rate by Religion in Mizoram

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 95.49 96.54 94.46
Buddhist 48.11 61.68 33.77
Hindu 91.78 94.31 86.31
Muslim 77.87 82.42 68.71

Mizoram Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Mizoram State is 1.22 k (1,218) with 807 (807) males and 411 (411) females, which is 0.11% of Mizoram State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 510 females for every 1000 males.

Mizoram Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mizoram State is 10.36 Lac (10,36,115) with 5.16 Lac (5,16,294) males and 5.20 Lac (5,19,821) females, which is 94.43% of Mizoram State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1007 females for every 1000 males.

Mizoram Slum Population

Slum Population in Mizoram State is 78.56 k (78,561) with 38.86 k (38,861) males and 39.70 k (39,700) females, which is 7.16% of Mizoram State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 1022 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Mizoram State are 15.99 k (15,987).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mizoram

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 976
Urban Area 998
Rural Area 953

Sex Ratio by Religion in Mizoram

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 1008
Buddhist 948
Hindu 506
Muslim 554

Mizoram Area & Households

The Total Area of Mizoram State is 21,081 Square KM, with a population density of 52 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mizoram State are 23 and the Total Number of Villages in Mizoram State are 830.The Total Number of households in Mizoram State are 2.23 Lac(2,22,853).

Mizoram Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Mizoram State, there are about 4.87 Lac (4,86,705) workers, making up nearly 44.36% of the Mizoram State total population. Out of these, around 2.91 Lac (2,90,740) are male workers, and about 1.96 Lac (1,95,965) are female workers.

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

Mizoram state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 82,434, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 10,97,206 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 48.55% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 27.02%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Mizoram State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 82,434 to 10,97,206.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 48.55%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 82.43 k 39.00 k 43.43 k
1911 91.20 k 8.77 k 10.63881408 43.03 k 48.18 k
1921 98.41 k 7.20 k 7.896583483 46.65 k 51.75 k
1931 1.24 Lac 26.00 k 26.41912079 59.19 k 65.22 k
1941 1.53 Lac 28.38 k 22.81437896 73.86 k 78.93 k
1951 1.96 Lac 43.42 k 28.41621615 96.14 k 1.00 Lac
1961 2.66 Lac 69.86 k 35.60667068 1.32 Lac 1.34 Lac
1971 3.32 Lac 66.33 k 24.92905816 1.71 Lac 1.62 Lac
1981 4.94 Lac 1.61 Lac 48.54748939 2.57 Lac 2.37 Lac
1991 6.90 Lac 1.96 Lac 39.69543723 3.59 Lac 3.31 Lac
2001 8.89 Lac 1.99 Lac 28.82425089 4.59 Lac 4.29 Lac
2011 10.97 Lac 2.09 Lac 23.47955655 5.55 Lac 5.42 Lac

Historical Population of Mizoram by Census Year 1901-2011

Mizoram - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 12.48 Lac (12,48,408) 13.78%
2025 12.60 Lac (12,60,345) 14.87% 1.09 %
2026 12.70 Lac (12,70,292) 15.78% 0.91 %
2027 12.80 Lac (12,80,240) 16.68% 0.9 %
2028 12.91 Lac (12,91,182) 17.68% 1 %
2029 13.01 Lac (13,01,130) 18.59% 0.91 %
2030 13.11 Lac (13,11,077) 19.49% 0.9 %
2031 13.20 Lac (13,20,030) 20.31% 0.82 %
2032 13.28 Lac (13,27,988) 21.03% 0.72 %
2033 13.36 Lac (13,35,946) 21.76% 0.73 %
2034 13.44 Lac (13,43,904) 22.48% 0.72 %
2035 13.52 Lac (13,51,862) 23.21% 0.73 %
2036 13.60 Lac (13,59,820) 23.93% 0.72 %

Projected estimates indicate that Mizoram State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.60 Lac (13,59,820), with a male population of 6.82 Lac (6,81,734) and a female population of 6.78 Lac (6,78,080). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Mizoram State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.

Mizoram Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Mizoram is 10.97 Lac (10,97,206).

The estimated population of Mizoram in 2024 is approximately 12.48 Lac (12,48,408).

Christian constitute 87.16% of Mizoram population, amounting to approximately 9.56 Lac (9,56,331) people.

Buddhist constitute 8.51% of Mizoram population, totaling around 93.41 k (93,411) people.

Christian: 87.16%, Buddhist: 8.51%, Hindu: 2.75%, Muslim: 1.35%, Religion not stated: 0.09%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.07%, Jain: 0.03%, Sikh: 0.03%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Mizoram is 1.22 k (0.11%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 10.36 Lac (94.43%).

In Mizoram, 5.72 Lac (52.11%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 5.25 Lac (47.89%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mizoram is 91.33%, with male literacy at 93.35% and female literacy at 89.27%.

The sex ratio in Mizoram is 976 females for every 1000 males.

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