Districts in Nagaland State

Nagaland Population

As per the 2011 Census, Nagaland State has a population of 19.79 Lac (19,78,502) with 10.25 Lac (10,24,649) males and 9.54 Lac (9,53,853) females.The sex ratio in Nagaland is 931, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nagaland State is 2.91 Lac (2,91,071) which is 14.71% of Nagaland State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nagaland State is 944 females for every 1000 males.

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

19.79 Lac

Toatl Population

10.25 Lac

Male Population

9.54 Lac

Female Population

Nagaland Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Nagaland State current estimated population is projected to be 22.52 Lac (22,52,051), indicating a 13.83% increased from Nagaland's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.61 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.90 Lac.

Nagaland Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Nagaland State estimated population is projected to be 22.72 Lac (22,71,945), projecting a 14.83% increased from Nagaland's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.71 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.01 Lac.

Nagaland Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Nagaland State, with a total Christian population of 17.40 Lac (17,39,651), accounting for 87.93% of the Nagaland State population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 8.82 Lac (8,81,927), and the Christian female population is around 8.58 Lac (8,57,724).

Nagaland Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Nagaland State, with a total Hindu population of 1.73 Lac (1,73,054), accounting for 8.75% of the Nagaland State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.05 Lac (1,04,851), and the Hindu female population is around 68.20 k (68,203).

Nagaland Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian17,39,65187.93%
Hindu1,73,0548.75%
Muslim48,9632.47%
Buddhist6,7590.34%
Other religions and persuasions3,2140.16%
Jain2,6550.13%
Religion not stated2,3160.12%
Sikh1,8900.1%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Nagaland Urban Population

The Urban population of Nagaland State is 5.71 Lac (5,70,966), with 2.99 Lac (2,99,177) being males and 2.72 Lac (2,71,789) being females, making up 28.86% of the Nagaland total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 909 females for every 1000 males.

Nagaland Rural Population

The Rural population of Nagaland State is 14.08 Lac (14,07,536), with 7.25 Lac (7,25,472) being males and 6.82 Lac (6,82,064) being females, making up 71.14% of the Nagaland total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 941 females for every 1000 males.

Nagaland Literacy Rate

Nagaland State has a literacy rate of 79.55% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nagaland State is 82.75 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nagaland State is 76.11 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nagaland State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.62%, while in the rural regions of Nagaland State, it is around 75.35%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nagaland

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 79.55 82.75 76.11
Urban Area 89.62 91.62 87.4
Rural Area 75.35 78.96 71.51

Literacy Rate by Religion in Nagaland

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 80.08 83.14 76.96
Hindu 79.95 84.11 73.19
Muslim 57.86 64.32 48.2
Buddhist 79.43 82.94 75.59

Nagaland Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes Population in Nagaland State is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Nagaland State.

Nagaland Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nagaland State is 17.11 Lac (17,10,973) with 8.66 Lac (8,66,027) males and 8.45 Lac (8,44,946) females, which is 86.48% of Nagaland State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 976 females for every 1000 males.

Nagaland Slum Population

Slum Population in Nagaland State is 82.32 k (82,324) with 42.65 k (42,651) males and 39.67 k (39,673) females, which is 4.16% of Nagaland State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 931 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Nagaland State are 17.15 k (17,152).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nagaland

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 931
Urban Area 909
Rural Area 941

Sex Ratio by Religion in Nagaland

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 973
Hindu 651
Muslim 717
Buddhist 924

Nagaland Area & Households

The Total Area of Nagaland State is 16,579 Square KM, with a population density of 119 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nagaland State are 26 and the Total Number of Villages in Nagaland State are 1,428.The Total Number of households in Nagaland State are 3.96 Lac(3,96,002).

Nagaland Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Nagaland State, there are about 9.74 Lac (9,74,122) workers, making up nearly 49.24% of the Nagaland State total population. Out of these, around 5.47 Lac (5,47,357) are male workers, and about 4.27 Lac (4,26,765) are female workers.

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

Nagaland state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 1,01,550, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 19,78,502 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 64.53% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 2011 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 27.69%.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.

Nagaland State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,01,550 to 19,78,502.
  • The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 64.53%.
  • The year 2011 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 1.02 Lac - - 51.47 k 50.08 k
1911 1.49 Lac 47.49 k 46.76317085 74.80 k 74.24 k
1921 1.59 Lac 9.76 k 6.55067835 79.74 k 79.06 k
1931 1.79 Lac 20.04 k 12.62145704 89.54 k 89.31 k
1941 1.90 Lac 10.80 k 6.037104963 93.83 k 95.81 k
1951* 2.13 Lac 16.31 k 8.599933559 1.07 Lac 1.06 Lac
1961** 3.69 Lac 28.98 k 14.07 1.91 Lac 1.78 Lac
1971 5.16 Lac 1.47 Lac 39.88326111 2.76 Lac 2.40 Lac
1981 7.75 Lac 2.58 Lac 50.04966609 4.16 Lac 3.59 Lac
1991 12.10 Lac 4.35 Lac 56.08454957 6.41 Lac 5.68 Lac
2001 19.90 Lac 7.80 Lac 64.52751694 10.47 Lac 9.43 Lac
2011 19.79 Lac -11.53 k -0.579587505 10.25 Lac 9.54 Lac

Historical Population of Nagaland by Census Year 1901-2011

Nagaland - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 22.52 Lac (22,52,051) 13.83%
2025 22.72 Lac (22,71,945) 14.83% 1 %
2026 22.91 Lac (22,90,845) 15.79% 0.96 %
2027 23.10 Lac (23,09,745) 16.74% 0.95 %
2028 23.28 Lac (23,27,650) 17.65% 0.91 %
2029 23.46 Lac (23,45,555) 18.55% 0.9 %
2030 23.64 Lac (23,64,455) 19.51% 0.96 %
2031 23.80 Lac (23,80,370) 20.31% 0.8 %
2032 23.94 Lac (23,94,296) 21.02% 0.71 %
2033 24.09 Lac (24,09,217) 21.77% 0.75 %
2034 24.23 Lac (24,23,143) 22.47% 0.7 %
2035 24.38 Lac (24,38,064) 23.23% 0.76 %
2036 24.52 Lac (24,51,990) 23.93% 0.7 %

Projected estimates indicate that Nagaland State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 24.52 Lac (24,51,990), with a male population of 12.57 Lac (12,57,434) and a female population of 11.95 Lac (11,94,555). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Nagaland State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.

Nagaland Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Nagaland is 19.79 Lac (19,78,502).

The estimated population of Nagaland in 2024 is approximately 22.52 Lac (22,52,051).

Christian constitute 87.93% of Nagaland population, amounting to approximately 17.40 Lac (17,39,651) people.

Hindu constitute 8.75% of Nagaland population, totaling around 1.73 Lac (1,73,054) people.

Christian: 87.93%, Hindu: 8.75%, Muslim: 2.47%, Buddhist: 0.34%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.16%, Jain: 0.13%, Religion not stated: 0.12%, Sikh: 0.1%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Nagaland is 0, and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 17.11 Lac (86.48%).

In Nagaland, 5.71 Lac (28.86%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 14.08 Lac (71.14%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nagaland is 79.55%, with male literacy at 82.75% and female literacy at 76.11%.

The sex ratio in Nagaland is 931 females for every 1000 males.

Nagaland population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.84% up to 2036.