Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Kohima District

Kohima Population

As per the 2011 Census, Kohima District has a population of 2.68 Lac (2,67,988) with 1.39 Lac (1,38,966) males and 1.29 Lac (1,29,022) females.The sex ratio in Kohima is 929, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kohima District is 36.29 k (36,286) which is 13.54% of Kohima District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kohima District is 986 females for every 1000 males.

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

2.68 Lac

Toatl Population

1.39 Lac

Male Population

1.29 Lac

Female Population

Kohima Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Kohima District current estimated population is projected to be 3.05 Lac (3,05,041), indicating a 13.83% increased from Kohima's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.57 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.47 Lac.

Kohima Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Kohima District estimated population is projected to be 3.08 Lac (3,07,735), projecting a 14.83% increased from Kohima's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.59 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.49 Lac.

Kohima Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Kohima District, with a total Christian population of 2.35 Lac (2,34,955), accounting for 87.67% of the Kohima District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.16 Lac (1,16,068), and the Christian female population is around 1.19 Lac (1,18,887).

Kohima Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Kohima District, with a total Hindu population of 25.50 k (25,496), accounting for 9.51% of the Kohima District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.56 k (17,560), and the Hindu female population is around 7.94 k (7,936).

Kohima Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian2,34,95587.67%
Hindu25,4969.51%
Muslim4,3841.64%
Buddhist1,5190.57%
Sikh9980.37%
Other religions and persuasions3350.13%
Religion not stated2210.08%
Jain800.03%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Kohima Urban Population

The Urban population of Kohima District is 1.21 Lac (1,21,088), with 62.60 k (62,597) being males and 58.49 k (58,491) being females, making up 45.18% of the Kohima total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 935 females for every 1000 males.

Kohima Rural Population

The Rural population of Kohima District is 1.47 Lac (1,46,900), with 76.37 k (76,369) being males and 70.53 k (70,531) being females, making up 54.82% of the Kohima total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 924 females for every 1000 males.

Kohima Literacy Rate

Kohima District has a literacy rate of 85.23% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kohima District is 88.69 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kohima District is 81.48 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kohima District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.09%, while in the rural regions of Kohima District, it is around 81.14%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kohima

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 85.23 88.69 81.48
Urban Area 90.09 92.26 87.74
Rural Area 81.14 85.7 76.15

Literacy Rate by Religion in Kohima

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 85.61 89.37 81.96
Hindu 82.69 85.49 75.78
Muslim 79.78 81.57 73.71
Buddhist 86.95 89.66 84.12

Kohima Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes Population in Kohima District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Kohima District.

Kohima Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kohima District is 2.25 Lac (2,24,738) with 1.11 Lac (1,10,617) males and 1.14 Lac (1,14,121) females, which is 83.86% of Kohima District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1032 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kohima

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 929
Urban Area 935
Rural Area 924

Sex Ratio by Religion in Kohima

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 1025
Hindu 452
Muslim 351
Buddhist 945

Kohima Area & Households

The Total Area of Kohima District is 1,463 Square KM, with a population density of 183 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kohima District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Kohima District are 105.The Total Number of households in Kohima District are 54.39 k(54,391).

Kohima Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Kohima District, there are about 1.15 Lac (1,14,825) workers, making up nearly 42.85% of the Kohima District total population. Out of these, around 68.14 k (68,140) are male workers, and about 46.69 k (46,685) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Kohima district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 21,968, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 2,67,988 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 58.64% 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 27.57%.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.

Kohima District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 21,968 to 2,67,988.
  • The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 58.64%.
  • 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 21.97 k - - 11.14 k 10.83 k
1911 32.75 k 10.78 k 49.0804807 17.01 k 15.74 k
1921 33.80 k 1.05 k 3.196946565 17.46 k 16.34 k
1931 37.79 k 3.99 k 11.79986389 19.26 k 18.53 k
1941 37.60 k -184 -0.486965727 18.89 k 18.72 k
1951 37.34 k -262 -0.696789979 19.09 k 18.25 k
1961 41.50 k 4.16 k 11.1465224 22.27 k 19.24 k
1971 63.08 k 21.58 k 51.9891087 35.26 k 27.82 k
1981 97.17 k 34.09 k 54.04822677 52.86 k 44.31 k
1991 1.54 Lac 56.98 k 58.63598473 82.37 k 71.77 k
2001 2.20 Lac 66.02 k 42.83174933 1.16 Lac 1.04 Lac
2011 2.68 Lac 47.82 k 21.71977762 1.39 Lac 1.29 Lac

Historical Population of Kohima by Census Year 1901-2011

Kohima - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 3.05 Lac (3,05,041) 13.83%
2025 3.08 Lac (3,07,735) 14.83% 1 %
2026 3.10 Lac (3,10,295) 15.79% 0.96 %
2027 3.13 Lac (3,12,855) 16.74% 0.95 %
2028 3.15 Lac (3,15,281) 17.65% 0.91 %
2029 3.18 Lac (3,17,706) 18.55% 0.9 %
2030 3.20 Lac (3,20,266) 19.51% 0.96 %
2031 3.22 Lac (3,22,421) 20.31% 0.8 %
2032 3.24 Lac (3,24,308) 21.02% 0.71 %
2033 3.26 Lac (3,26,329) 21.77% 0.75 %
2034 3.28 Lac (3,28,215) 22.47% 0.7 %
2035 3.30 Lac (3,30,236) 23.23% 0.76 %
2036 3.32 Lac (3,32,122) 23.93% 0.7 %

Projected estimates indicate that Kohima District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.32 Lac (3,32,122), with a male population of 1.71 Lac (1,70,537) and a female population of 1.62 Lac (1,61,581). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Kohima District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.

Kohima Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Kohima is 2.68 Lac (2,67,988).

The estimated population of Kohima in 2024 is approximately 3.05 Lac (3,05,041).

Christian constitute 87.67% of Kohima population, amounting to approximately 2.35 Lac (2,34,955) people.

Hindu constitute 9.51% of Kohima population, totaling around 25.50 k (25,496) people.

Christian: 87.67%, Hindu: 9.51%, Muslim: 1.64%, Buddhist: 0.57%, Sikh: 0.37%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.13%, Religion not stated: 0.08%, Jain: 0.03%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Kohima is 0, and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 2.25 Lac (83.86%).

In Kohima, 1.21 Lac (45.18%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 1.47 Lac (54.82%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kohima is 85.23%, with male literacy at 88.69% and female literacy at 81.48%.

The sex ratio in Kohima is 929 females for every 1000 males.

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