Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Longleng District

Longleng Population

As per the 2011 Census, Longleng District has a population of 50.48 k (50,484) with 26.50 k (26,502) males and 23.98 k (23,982) females.The sex ratio in Longleng is 905, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Longleng District is 9.11 k (9,110) which is 18.05% of Longleng District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Longleng District is 886 females for every 1000 males.

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

50.48 k

Toatl Population

26.50 k

Male Population

23.98 k

Female Population

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  1. Longleng Population Census 2011
  2. Longleng Population 2024
  3. Hindu Population
  4. Muslim Population
  5. All Religion Population
  6. Urban Population
  7. Rural Population
  8. Literacy Rate
  9. Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
  10. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
  11. Sex Ratio
  12. Historical Census 1901 to 2011
  13. Population Projections Up to 2036

Longleng Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Longleng District current estimated population is projected to be 57.46 k (57,464), indicating a 13.83% increased from Longleng's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 30.03 k, and the estimated female population is 27.41 k.

Longleng Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Longleng District estimated population is projected to be 57.97 k (57,972), projecting a 14.83% increased from Longleng's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 30.29 k, and the estimated female population is 27.68 k.

Longleng Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Longleng District, with a total Christian population of 48.85 k (48,849), accounting for 96.76% of the Longleng District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 25.40 k (25,402), and the Christian female population is around 23.45 k (23,447).

Longleng Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Longleng District, with a total Hindu population of 873 (873), accounting for 1.73% of the Longleng District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 621 (621), and the Hindu female population is around 252 (252).

Longleng Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian48,84996.76%
Hindu8731.73%
Muslim6351.26%
Buddhist770.15%
Religion not stated450.09%
Sikh50.01%
Jain00%
Other religions and persuasions00%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Longleng Urban Population

The Urban population of Longleng District is 7.61 k (7,613), with 3.99 k (3,991) being males and 3.62 k (3,622) being females, making up 15.08% of the Longleng total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 908 females for every 1000 males.

Longleng Rural Population

The Rural population of Longleng District is 42.87 k (42,871), with 22.51 k (22,511) being males and 20.36 k (20,360) being females, making up 84.92% of the Longleng total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 905 females for every 1000 males.

Longleng Literacy Rate

Longleng District has a literacy rate of 72.17% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Longleng District is 74.48 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Longleng District is 69.63 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Longleng District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.45%, while in the rural regions of Longleng District, it is around 68.65%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Longleng

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 72.17 74.48 69.63
Urban Area 91.45 92.48 90.3
Rural Area 68.65 71.15 65.9

Literacy Rate by Religion in Longleng

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 72.27 74.73 69.62
Hindu 70.61 66.79 80.66
Muslim 66.48 71.02 57.06
Buddhist 70 77.42 62.07

Longleng Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

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

Longleng Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Longleng District is 48.62 k (48,615) with 25.27 k (25,268) males and 23.35 k (23,347) females, which is 96.3% of Longleng District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 924 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Longleng

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 905
Urban Area 908
Rural Area 905

Sex Ratio by Religion in Longleng

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 924
Hindu 406
Muslim 534
Buddhist 1082

Longleng Area & Households

The Total Area of Longleng District is 562 Square KM, with a population density of 90 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Longleng District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Longleng District are 49.The Total Number of households in Longleng District are 11.99 k(11,985).

Longleng Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Longleng District, there are about 30.57 k (30,568) workers, making up nearly 60.55% of the Longleng District total population. Out of these, around 16.27 k (16,273) are male workers, and about 14.30 k (14,295) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Longleng district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 14,390, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 50,484 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 163.39% 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 50.36%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951, 1961) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Longleng District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 14,390 to 50,484.
  • The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 163.39%.
  • 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 - -
1911
1921
1931
1941
1951
1961 14.39 k 7.35 k 7.04 k
1971 19.42 k 5.03 k 34.97567755 10.17 k 9.26 k
1981 25.70 k 6.28 k 32.33794985 13.63 k 12.07 k
1991 67.70 k 42.00 k 163.3948024 36.27 k 31.44 k
2001 1.22 Lac 53.88 k 79.57992999 64.37 k 57.21 k
2011 50.48 k -71.10 k -58.47706467 26.50 k 23.98 k

Historical Population of Longleng by Census Year 1901-2011

Longleng - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 57.46 k (57,464) 13.83% ↑
2025 57.97 k (57,972) 14.83% 1 % ↑
2026 58.45 k (58,454) 15.79% 0.96 % ↑
2027 58.94 k (58,937) 16.74% 0.95 % ↑
2028 59.39 k (59,393) 17.65% 0.91 % ↑
2029 59.85 k (59,850) 18.55% 0.9 % ↑
2030 60.33 k (60,333) 19.51% 0.96 % ↑
2031 60.74 k (60,739) 20.31% 0.8 % ↑
2032 61.09 k (61,094) 21.02% 0.71 % ↑
2033 61.48 k (61,475) 21.77% 0.75 % ↑
2034 61.83 k (61,830) 22.47% 0.7 % ↑
2035 62.21 k (62,211) 23.23% 0.76 % ↑
2036 62.57 k (62,566) 23.93% 0.7 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that Longleng District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 62.57 k (62,566), with a male population of 32.52 k (32,523) and a female population of 30.03 k (30,034). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Longleng District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.96%.