Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Saiha District

Saiha Population

As per the 2011 Census, Saiha District has a population of 56.57 k (56,574) with 28.59 k (28,594) males and 27.98 k (27,980) females.The sex ratio in Saiha is 979, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Saiha District is 9.65 k (9,653) which is 17.06% of Saiha District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Saiha District is 932 females for every 1000 males.

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

56.57 k

Toatl Population

28.59 k

Male Population

27.98 k

Female Population

Saiha Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Saiha District current estimated population is projected to be 64.37 k (64,371), indicating a 13.78% increased from Saiha's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 32.44 k, and the estimated female population is 31.99 k.

Saiha Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Saiha District estimated population is projected to be 64.99 k (64,986), projecting a 14.87% increased from Saiha's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 32.69 k, and the estimated female population is 32.29 k.

Saiha Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Saiha District, with a total Christian population of 54.98 k (54,977), accounting for 97.18% of the Saiha District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 27.47 k (27,468), and the Christian female population is around 27.51 k (27,509).

Saiha Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Saiha District, with a total Hindu population of 933 (933), accounting for 1.65% of the Saiha District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 672 (672), and the Hindu female population is around 261 (261).

Saiha Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian54,97797.18%
Hindu9331.65%
Muslim5140.91%
Buddhist1020.18%
Religion not stated310.05%
Sikh110.02%
Jain40.01%
Other religions and persuasions20%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Saiha Urban Population

The Urban population of Saiha District is 25.11 k (25,110), with 12.74 k (12,741) being males and 12.37 k (12,369) being females, making up 44.38% of the Saiha total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 971 females for every 1000 males.

Saiha Rural Population

The Rural population of Saiha District is 31.46 k (31,464), with 15.85 k (15,853) being males and 15.61 k (15,611) being females, making up 55.62% of the Saiha total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 985 females for every 1000 males.

Saiha Literacy Rate

Saiha District has a literacy rate of 90.01% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Saiha District is 92.64 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Saiha District is 87.34 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Saiha District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 95.1%, while in the rural regions of Saiha District, it is around 85.77%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Saiha

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 90.01 92.64 87.34
Urban Area 95.1 96.09 94.09
Rural Area 85.77 89.75 81.76

Literacy Rate by Religion in Saiha

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 90.01 92.76 87.3
Hindu 93.81 94.04 93.14
Muslim 84.18 83.06 88.42
Buddhist 89.02 96.88 84

Saiha Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Saiha District is 83 (83) with 52 (52) males and 31 (31) females, which is 0.15% of Saiha District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 597 females for every 1000 males.

Saiha Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Saiha District is 54.64 k (54,642) with 27.23 k (27,226) males and 27.42 k (27,416) females, which is 96.59% of Saiha District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1007 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Saiha

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 979
Urban Area 971
Rural Area 985

Sex Ratio by Religion in Saiha

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 1002
Hindu 389
Muslim 336
Buddhist 1550

Saiha Area & Households

The Total Area of Saiha District is 1,399 Square KM, with a population density of 40 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Saiha District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Saiha District are 61.The Total Number of households in Saiha District are 11.14 k(11,144).

Saiha Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Saiha District, there are about 19.46 k (19,461) workers, making up nearly 34.4% of the Saiha District total population. Out of these, around 12.21 k (12,211) are male workers, and about 7.25 k (7,250) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Saiha district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 13,508, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 56,574 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 63.93% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 44.16%.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.

Saiha District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 13,508 to 56,574.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 63.93%.
  • 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 13.51 k N.A N.A 6.66 k 6.85 k
1981 22.14 k 8.64 k 63.92508143 11.46 k 10.68 k
1991 34.93 k 12.79 k 57.74736937 18.13 k 16.80 k
2001 47.08 k 12.15 k 34.7953049 24.14 k 22.94 k
2011 56.57 k 9.49 k 20.15546683 28.59 k 27.98 k

Historical Population of Saiha by Census Year 1901-2011

Saiha - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 64.37 k (64,371) 13.78%
2025 64.99 k (64,986) 14.87% 1.09 %
2026 65.50 k (65,499) 15.78% 0.91 %
2027 66.01 k (66,012) 16.68% 0.9 %
2028 66.58 k (66,576) 17.68% 1 %
2029 67.09 k (67,089) 18.59% 0.91 %
2030 67.60 k (67,602) 19.49% 0.9 %
2031 68.06 k (68,064) 20.31% 0.82 %
2032 68.47 k (68,474) 21.03% 0.72 %
2033 68.88 k (68,884) 21.76% 0.73 %
2034 69.30 k (69,295) 22.48% 0.72 %
2035 69.71 k (69,705) 23.21% 0.73 %
2036 70.12 k (70,115) 23.93% 0.72 %

Projected estimates indicate that Saiha District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 70.12 k (70,115), with a male population of 35.10 k (35,102) and a female population of 35.01 k (35,014). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Saiha District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.

Saiha Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Saiha is 56.57 k (56,574).

The estimated population of Saiha in 2024 is approximately 64.37 k (64,371).

Christian constitute 97.18% of Saiha population, amounting to approximately 54.98 k (54,977) people.

Hindu constitute 1.65% of Saiha population, totaling around 933 (933) people.

Christian: 97.18%, Hindu: 1.65%, Muslim: 0.91%, Buddhist: 0.18%, Religion not stated: 0.05%, Sikh: 0.02%, Jain: 0.01%, Other religions and persuasions: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Saiha is 83 (0.15%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 54.64 k (96.59%).

In Saiha, 25.11 k (44.38%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 31.46 k (55.62%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saiha is 90.01%, with male literacy at 92.64% and female literacy at 87.34%.

The sex ratio in Saiha is 979 females for every 1000 males.

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