Dimapur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dimapur District has a population of 3.79 Lac (3,78,811) with 1.97 Lac (1,97,394) males and 1.81 Lac (1,81,417) females.The sex ratio in Dimapur is 920, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dimapur District is 50.90 k (50,898) which is 13.44% of Dimapur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dimapur District is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dimapur District is listed as part of NAGALAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dimapur Population Census 2011
- Dimapur 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
Dimapur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dimapur District current estimated population is projected to be 4.31 Lac (4,31,186), indicating a 13.83% increased from Dimapur 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.24 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.07 Lac.
Dimapur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dimapur District estimated population is projected to be 4.35 Lac (4,34,995), projecting a 14.83% increased from Dimapur 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.09 Lac.
Dimapur Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Dimapur District, with a total Christian population of 2.34 Lac (2,34,239), accounting for 61.84% of the Dimapur District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.16 Lac (1,16,396), and the Christian female population is around 1.18 Lac (1,17,843).
Dimapur Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Dimapur District, with a total Hindu population of 1.09 Lac (1,08,900), accounting for 28.75% of the Dimapur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 61.63 k (61,626), and the Hindu female population is around 47.27 k (47,274).
Dimapur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 2,34,239 | 61.84% |
| Hindu | 1,08,900 | 28.75% |
| Muslim | 31,212 | 8.24% |
| Jain | 2,148 | 0.57% |
| Buddhist | 1,270 | 0.34% |
| Sikh | 566 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 319 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 157 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDimapur Urban Population
The Urban population of Dimapur District is 1.98 Lac (1,97,869), with 1.04 Lac (1,03,959) being males and 93.91 k (93,910) being females, making up 52.23% of the Dimapur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Dimapur Rural Population
The Rural population of Dimapur District is 1.81 Lac (1,80,942), with 93.44 k (93,435) being males and 87.51 k (87,507) being females, making up 47.77% of the Dimapur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Dimapur Literacy Rate
Dimapur District has a literacy rate of 84.79% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dimapur District is 87.54 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dimapur District is 81.77 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dimapur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.39%, while in the rural regions of Dimapur District, it is around 81.88%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dimapur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.79 | 87.54 | 81.77 |
| Urban Area | 87.39 | 89.6 | 84.92 |
| Rural Area | 81.88 | 85.2 | 78.32 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dimapur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 90.77 | 92.89 | 88.69 |
| Hindu | 80.31 | 84.87 | 74.17 |
| Muslim | 50.84 | 57.12 | 43.04 |
| Jain | 96.83 | 97.27 | 96.37 |
Dimapur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Dimapur District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Dimapur District.
Dimapur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dimapur District is 2.24 Lac (2,23,989) with 1.11 Lac (1,10,892) males and 1.13 Lac (1,13,097) females, which is 59.13% of Dimapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1020 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dimapur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 |
| Urban Area | 904 |
| Rural Area | 937 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dimapur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 1013 |
| Hindu | 768 |
| Muslim | 838 |
| Jain | 948 |
Dimapur Area & Households
The Total Area of Dimapur District is 927 Square KM, with a population density of 409 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dimapur District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Dimapur District are 222.The Total Number of households in Dimapur District are 78.61 k(78,605).
Dimapur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dimapur District, there are about 1.51 Lac (1,51,350) workers, making up nearly 39.95% of the Dimapur District total population. Out of these, around 99.65 k (99,645) are male workers, and about 51.71 k (51,705) are female workers.
Dimapur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dimapur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,364, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 3,78,811 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 166.39% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1951 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 51.05%.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.
Dimapur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,364 to 3,78,811.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 166.39%.
- The year 1951 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 8.36 k | - | - | 4.24 k | 4.13 k |
| 1911 | 12.47 k | 4.11 k | 49.10329986 | 6.48 k | 6.00 k |
| 1921 | 12.87 k | 398 | 3.191404057 | 6.65 k | 6.22 k |
| 1931 | 14.39 k | 1.52 k | 11.79578833 | 7.33 k | 7.06 k |
| 1941 | 14.32 k | -70 | -0.486550358 | 7.19 k | 7.13 k |
| 1951 | 14.22 k | -100 | -0.69847035 | 7.28 k | 6.94 k |
| 1961 | 15.77 k | 1.55 k | 10.90244074 | 9.05 k | 6.72 k |
| 1971 | 42.00 k | 26.24 k | 166.391831 | 25.55 k | 16.45 k |
| 1981 | 1.12 Lac | 69.59 k | 165.6873482 | 65.35 k | 46.24 k |
| 1991 | 1.77 Lac | 65.33 k | 58.54347008 | 96.73 k | 80.20 k |
| 2001 | 3.08 Lac | 1.31 Lac | 74.18341105 | 1.66 Lac | 1.42 Lac |
| 2011 | 3.79 Lac | 70.64 k | 22.92114195 | 1.97 Lac | 1.81 Lac |
Dimapur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4.31 Lac (4,31,186) | 13.83% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 4.35 Lac (4,34,995) | 14.83% | 1 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 4.39 Lac (4,38,614) | 15.79% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 4.42 Lac (4,42,232) | 16.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 4.46 Lac (4,45,661) | 17.65% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 4.49 Lac (4,49,089) | 18.55% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 4.53 Lac (4,52,707) | 19.51% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 4.56 Lac (4,55,755) | 20.31% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 4.58 Lac (4,58,421) | 21.02% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 4.61 Lac (4,61,278) | 21.77% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 4.64 Lac (4,63,944) | 22.47% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 4.67 Lac (4,66,801) | 23.23% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 4.69 Lac (4,69,467) | 23.93% | 0.7 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dimapur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 4.69 Lac (4,69,467), with a male population of 2.42 Lac (2,42,239) and a female population of 2.27 Lac (2,27,197). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Dimapur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.96%.