Chawngte Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chawngte Tehsil has a population of 45.31 k (45,307) with 23.46 k (23,457) males and 21.85 k (21,850) females.The sex ratio in Chawngte is 932, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chawngte Tehsil is 8.76 k (8,760) which is 19.33% of Chawngte Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chawngte Tehsil is 971 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Chawngte Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Lawngtlai District in the state of MIZORAM in India.
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Chawngte Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chawngte Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 51.55 k (51,551), indicating a 13.78% increased from Chawngte's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 26.61 k, and the estimated female population is 24.98 k.
Chawngte Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chawngte Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 52.04 k (52,044), projecting a 14.87% increased from Chawngte's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 26.82 k, and the estimated female population is 25.22 k.
Chawngte Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the most popular religion in Chawngte Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 41.72 k (41,715), accounting for 92.07% of the Chawngte Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 21.39 k (21,386), and the Buddhist female population is around 20.33 k (20,329).
Chawngte Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Chawngte Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 2.74 k (2,735), accounting for 6.04% of the Chawngte Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.40 k (1,403), and the Christian female population is around 1.33 k (1,332).
Chawngte Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 41,715 | 92.07% |
| Christian | 2,735 | 6.04% |
| Hindu | 669 | 1.48% |
| Muslim | 102 | 0.23% |
| Jain | 49 | 0.11% |
| Religion not stated | 24 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 11 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChawngte Urban Population
The Urban population of Chawngte Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Chawngte total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Chawngte Rural Population
The Rural population of Chawngte Tehsil is 45.31 k (45,307), with 23.46 k (23,457) being males and 21.85 k (21,850) being females, making up 100% of the Chawngte total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Chawngte Literacy Rate
Chawngte Tehsil has a literacy rate of 46.38% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chawngte Tehsil is 60.46 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chawngte Tehsil is 31.12 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chawngte Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Chawngte Tehsil, it is around 46.38%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chawngte
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46.38 | 60.46 | 31.12 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 46.38 | 60.46 | 31.12 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chawngte
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 44.1 | 58.34 | 29.03 |
| Christian | 67.93 | 76.25 | 59.27 |
| Hindu | 90.54 | 95.1 | 67.96 |
| Muslim | 68.13 | 76.81 | 40.91 |
Chawngte Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chawngte Tehsil is 51 (51) with 34 (34) males and 17 (17) females, which is 0.11% of Chawngte Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 500 females for every 1000 males.
Chawngte Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chawngte Tehsil is 44.48 k (44,480) with 22.81 k (22,807) males and 21.67 k (21,673) females, which is 98.17% of Chawngte Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chawngte
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 932 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chawngte
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Buddhist | 951 |
| Christian | 950 |
| Hindu | 251 |
| Muslim | 343 |
Chawngte Area & Households
The Total Area of Chawngte Tehsil is 686.35 Square KM, with a population density of 66 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Chawngte Tehsil are 84.The Total Number of households in Chawngte Tehsil are 8.83 k(8,829).
Chawngte Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chawngte Tehsil, there are about 18.73 k (18,731) workers, making up nearly 41.34% of the Chawngte Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 11.40 k (11,397) are male workers, and about 7.33 k (7,334) are female workers.
Chawngte - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 51.55 k (51,551) | 13.78% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 52.04 k (52,044) | 14.87% | 1.09 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 52.46 k (52,455) | 15.78% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 52.87 k (52,866) | 16.68% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 53.32 k (53,317) | 17.68% | 1 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 53.73 k (53,728) | 18.59% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 54.14 k (54,139) | 19.49% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 54.51 k (54,509) | 20.31% | 0.82 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 54.84 k (54,837) | 21.03% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 55.17 k (55,166) | 21.76% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 55.49 k (55,494) | 22.48% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 55.82 k (55,823) | 23.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 56.15 k (56,152) | 23.93% | 0.72 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chawngte Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 56.15 k (56,152), with a male population of 28.80 k (28,796) and a female population of 27.34 k (27,343). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Chawngte Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.