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 .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Mizoram Population Census 2011
- Mizoram Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 9,56,331 | 87.16% |
| Buddhist | 93,411 | 8.51% |
| Hindu | 30,136 | 2.75% |
| Muslim | 14,832 | 1.35% |
| Religion not stated | 1,026 | 0.09% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 808 | 0.07% |
| Jain | 376 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 286 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMizoram 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 |
Notes:-
1. Data could not be recasted upto district level before 1971 as during that period Mizoram was only a District of Assam.
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 0.96%.