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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kohima Population Census 2011
- Kohima 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 2,34,955 | 87.67% |
| Hindu | 25,496 | 9.51% |
| Muslim | 4,384 | 1.64% |
| Buddhist | 1,519 | 0.57% |
| Sikh | 998 | 0.37% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 335 | 0.13% |
| Religion not stated | 221 | 0.08% |
| Jain | 80 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKohima 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 |
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 0.96%.