Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Lunglei District

Lunglei Population

As per the 2011 Census, Lunglei District has a population of 1.61 Lac (1,61,428) with 82.89 k (82,891) males and 78.54 k (78,537) females.The sex ratio in Lunglei is 948, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Lunglei District is 25.12 k (25,117) which is 15.56% of Lunglei District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Lunglei District is 963 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Lunglei District is listed as part of MIZORAM State in INDIA.

1.61 Lac

Toatl Population

82.89 k

Male Population

78.54 k

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. Lunglei Population Census 2011
  2. Lunglei Population 2024
  3. Hindu Population
  4. Muslim Population
  5. All Religion Population
  6. Urban Population
  7. Rural Population
  8. Literacy Rate
  9. Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
  10. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
  11. Sex Ratio
  12. Historical Census 1901 to 2011
  13. Population Projections Up to 2036

Lunglei Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Lunglei District current estimated population is projected to be 1.84 Lac (1,83,674), indicating a 13.78% increased from Lunglei's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 94.03 k, and the estimated female population is 89.78 k.

Lunglei Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Lunglei District estimated population is projected to be 1.85 Lac (1,85,430), projecting a 14.87% increased from Lunglei's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 94.78 k, and the estimated female population is 90.64 k.

Lunglei Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Lunglei District, with a total Christian population of 1.27 Lac (1,27,124), accounting for 78.75% of the Lunglei District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 63.79 k (63,794), and the Christian female population is around 63.33 k (63,330).

Lunglei Buddhist Population

Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Lunglei District, with a total Buddhist population of 27.54 k (27,543), accounting for 17.06% of the Lunglei District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 14.20 k (14,198), and the Buddhist female population is around 13.35 k (13,345).

Lunglei Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian1,27,12478.75%
Buddhist27,54317.06%
Hindu5,2313.24%
Muslim1,2900.8%
Jain930.06%
Sikh740.05%
Religion not stated680.04%
Other religions and persuasions50%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Lunglei Urban Population

The Urban population of Lunglei District is 68.75 k (68,752), with 35.31 k (35,314) being males and 33.44 k (33,438) being females, making up 42.59% of the Lunglei total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 947 females for every 1000 males.

Lunglei Rural Population

The Rural population of Lunglei District is 92.68 k (92,676), with 47.58 k (47,577) being males and 45.10 k (45,099) being females, making up 57.41% of the Lunglei total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 948 females for every 1000 males.

Lunglei Literacy Rate

Lunglei District has a literacy rate of 88.86% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Lunglei District is 92.04 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Lunglei District is 85.49 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Lunglei District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 97.79%, while in the rural regions of Lunglei District, it is around 81.76%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Lunglei

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 88.86 92.04 85.49
Urban Area 97.79 98.19 97.37
Rural Area 81.76 87.17 76.03

Literacy Rate by Religion in Lunglei

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 94.7 95.8 93.59
Buddhist 58.6 72.55 43.81
Hindu 94.21 96.26 87.64
Muslim 91.52 92.69 88.62

Lunglei Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Lunglei District is 178 (178) with 125 (125) males and 53 (53) females, which is 0.11% of Lunglei District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 424 females for every 1000 males.

Lunglei Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Lunglei District is 1.54 Lac (1,53,533) with 77.18 k (77,180) males and 76.35 k (76,353) females, which is 95.11% of Lunglei District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 990 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Lunglei

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 948
Urban Area 947
Rural Area 948

Sex Ratio by Religion in Lunglei

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 993
Buddhist 940
Hindu 357
Muslim 456

Lunglei Area & Households

The Total Area of Lunglei District is 4,536 Square KM, with a population density of 36 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Lunglei District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Lunglei District are 195.The Total Number of households in Lunglei District are 33.06 k(33,058).

Lunglei Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Lunglei District, there are about 78.29 k (78,292) workers, making up nearly 48.5% of the Lunglei District total population. Out of these, around 46.23 k (46,230) are male workers, and about 32.06 k (32,062) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Lunglei district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 60,403, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,61,428 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 43.22% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 28.20%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951, 1961, 1971) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Lunglei District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 60,403 to 1,61,428.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 43.22%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 N.A - - N.A. N.A.
1911 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1921 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1931 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1941 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1951 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1961 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1971 60.40 k N.A N.A 32.88 k 27.52 k
1981 86.51 k 26.11 k 43.22301872 46.00 k 40.51 k
1991 1.11 Lac 24.90 k 28.78709066 58.33 k 53.08 k
2001 1.37 Lac 25.81 k 23.16384688 71.40 k 65.82 k
2011 1.61 Lac 24.21 k 17.63917128 82.89 k 78.54 k

Historical Population of Lunglei by Census Year 1901-2011

Lunglei - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 1.84 Lac (1,83,674) 13.78% ↑
2025 1.85 Lac (1,85,430) 14.87% 1.09 % ↑
2026 1.87 Lac (1,86,894) 15.78% 0.91 % ↑
2027 1.88 Lac (1,88,358) 16.68% 0.9 % ↑
2028 1.90 Lac (1,89,967) 17.68% 1 % ↑
2029 1.91 Lac (1,91,431) 18.59% 0.91 % ↑
2030 1.93 Lac (1,92,895) 19.49% 0.9 % ↑
2031 1.94 Lac (1,94,212) 20.31% 0.82 % ↑
2032 1.95 Lac (1,95,383) 21.03% 0.72 % ↑
2033 1.97 Lac (1,96,553) 21.76% 0.73 % ↑
2034 1.98 Lac (1,97,724) 22.48% 0.72 % ↑
2035 1.99 Lac (1,98,895) 23.21% 0.73 % ↑
2036 2.00 Lac (2,00,066) 23.93% 0.72 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that Lunglei District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.00 Lac (2,00,066), with a male population of 1.02 Lac (1,01,757) and a female population of 98.28 k (98,280). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Lunglei District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.96%.