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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Longleng Population Census 2011
- Longleng 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 48,849 | 96.76% |
| Hindu | 873 | 1.73% |
| Muslim | 635 | 1.26% |
| Buddhist | 77 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 45 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 5 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationLongleng 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 |
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 0.84%.