Jakhama Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jakhama Tehsil has a population of 34.06 k (34,056) with 17.63 k (17,626) males and 16.43 k (16,430) females.The sex ratio in Jakhama is 933, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jakhama Tehsil is 3.73 k (3,733) which is 10.96% of Jakhama Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jakhama Tehsil is 998 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Jakhama Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Kohima District in the state of NAGALAND in India.
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Jakhama Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jakhama Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 38.77 k (38,765), indicating a 13.83% increased from Jakhama's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.97 k, and the estimated female population is 18.78 k.
Jakhama Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jakhama Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 39.11 k (39,108), projecting a 14.83% increased from Jakhama's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 20.14 k, and the estimated female population is 18.97 k.
Jakhama Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Jakhama Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 30.99 k (30,987), accounting for 90.99% of the Jakhama Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 15.25 k (15,246), and the Christian female population is around 15.74 k (15,741).
Jakhama Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Jakhama Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 2.33 k (2,332), accounting for 6.85% of the Jakhama Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.89 k (1,887), and the Hindu female population is around 445 (445).
Jakhama Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 30,987 | 90.99% |
| Hindu | 2,332 | 6.85% |
| Muslim | 243 | 0.71% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 223 | 0.65% |
| Buddhist | 190 | 0.56% |
| Sikh | 42 | 0.12% |
| Religion not stated | 30 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 9 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJakhama Urban Population
The Urban population of Jakhama Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Jakhama total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Jakhama Rural Population
The Rural population of Jakhama Tehsil is 34.06 k (34,056), with 17.63 k (17,626) being males and 16.43 k (16,430) being females, making up 100% of the Jakhama total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Jakhama Literacy Rate
Jakhama Tehsil has a literacy rate of 83.73% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jakhama Tehsil is 88.87 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jakhama Tehsil is 78.16 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Jakhama Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Jakhama Tehsil, it is around 83.73%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jakhama
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83.73 | 88.87 | 78.16 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 83.73 | 88.87 | 78.16 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jakhama
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 83.94 | 89.17 | 78.89 |
| Hindu | 86.26 | 90.36 | 65.54 |
| Muslim | 74.89 | 76.4 | 68.29 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 41.75 | 57.36 | 15.58 |
Jakhama Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Jakhama Tehsil is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Jakhama Tehsil.
Jakhama Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jakhama Tehsil is 30.79 k (30,786) with 15.15 k (15,153) males and 15.63 k (15,633) females, which is 90.4% of Jakhama Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1032 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jakhama
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 933 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 933 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jakhama
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 1033 |
| Hindu | 236 |
| Muslim | 279 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 605 |
Jakhama Area & Households
The Total Area of Jakhama Tehsil is 147.65 Square KM, with a population density of 231 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Jakhama Tehsil are 10.The Total Number of households in Jakhama Tehsil are 6.59 k(6,592).
Jakhama Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jakhama Tehsil, there are about 19.16 k (19,159) workers, making up nearly 56.26% of the Jakhama Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 10.30 k (10,297) are male workers, and about 8.86 k (8,862) are female workers.
Jakhama - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38.77 k (38,765) | 13.83% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 39.11 k (39,108) | 14.83% | 1 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 39.43 k (39,433) | 15.79% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 39.76 k (39,758) | 16.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 40.07 k (40,066) | 17.65% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 40.38 k (40,375) | 18.55% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 40.70 k (40,700) | 19.51% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 40.97 k (40,974) | 20.31% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 41.21 k (41,214) | 21.02% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 41.47 k (41,470) | 21.77% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 41.71 k (41,710) | 22.47% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 41.97 k (41,967) | 23.23% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 42.21 k (42,207) | 23.93% | 0.7 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jakhama Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 42.21 k (42,207), with a male population of 21.63 k (21,631) and a female population of 20.58 k (20,577). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Jakhama Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.