Mokokchung Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mokokchung District has a population of 1.95 Lac (1,94,622) with 1.01 Lac (1,01,092) males and 93.53 k (93,530) females.The sex ratio in Mokokchung is 926, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mokokchung District is 20.54 k (20,536) which is 10.55% of Mokokchung District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mokokchung District is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Mokokchung District is listed as part of NAGALAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Mokokchung Population Census 2011
- Mokokchung 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
Mokokchung Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mokokchung District current estimated population is projected to be 2.22 Lac (2,21,531), indicating a 13.83% increased from Mokokchung's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.07 Lac.
Mokokchung Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mokokchung District estimated population is projected to be 2.23 Lac (2,23,488), projecting a 14.83% increased from Mokokchung's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.16 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.08 Lac.
Mokokchung Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Mokokchung District, with a total Christian population of 1.82 Lac (1,81,847), accounting for 93.44% of the Mokokchung District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 92.60 k (92,600), and the Christian female population is around 89.25 k (89,247).
Mokokchung Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Mokokchung District, with a total Hindu population of 9.84 k (9,840), accounting for 5.06% of the Mokokchung District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.68 k (6,679), and the Hindu female population is around 3.16 k (3,161).
Mokokchung Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 1,81,847 | 93.44% |
| Hindu | 9,840 | 5.06% |
| Muslim | 2,057 | 1.06% |
| Buddhist | 442 | 0.23% |
| Religion not stated | 286 | 0.15% |
| Sikh | 78 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 66 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 6 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMokokchung Urban Population
The Urban population of Mokokchung District is 55.73 k (55,725), with 29.72 k (29,719) being males and 26.01 k (26,006) being females, making up 28.63% of the Mokokchung total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 876 females for every 1000 males.
Mokokchung Rural Population
The Rural population of Mokokchung District is 1.39 Lac (1,38,897), with 71.37 k (71,373) being males and 67.52 k (67,524) being females, making up 71.37% of the Mokokchung total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Mokokchung Literacy Rate
Mokokchung District has a literacy rate of 91.62% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mokokchung District is 92.18 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mokokchung District is 91.01 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Mokokchung District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 93.59%, while in the rural regions of Mokokchung District, it is around 90.82%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mokokchung
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91.62 | 92.18 | 91.01 |
| Urban Area | 93.59 | 93.81 | 93.33 |
| Rural Area | 90.82 | 91.5 | 90.11 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mokokchung
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 92.74 | 93.59 | 91.86 |
| Hindu | 74.45 | 76.49 | 69.69 |
| Muslim | 73.33 | 75.59 | 68.73 |
| Buddhist | 93.95 | 94.06 | 93.85 |
Mokokchung Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Mokokchung District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Mokokchung District.
Mokokchung Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mokokchung District is 1.78 Lac (1,78,431) with 90.57 k (90,567) males and 87.86 k (87,864) females, which is 91.68% of Mokokchung District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 971 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mokokchung
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 |
| Urban Area | 876 |
| Rural Area | 947 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mokokchung
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 964 |
| Hindu | 474 |
| Muslim | 544 |
| Buddhist | 956 |
Mokokchung Area & Households
The Total Area of Mokokchung District is 1,615 Square KM, with a population density of 121 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mokokchung District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Mokokchung District are 108.The Total Number of households in Mokokchung District are 42.69 k(42,690).
Mokokchung Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mokokchung District, there are about 1.00 Lac (1,00,067) workers, making up nearly 51.42% of the Mokokchung District total population. Out of these, around 57.08 k (57,084) are male workers, and about 42.98 k (42,983) are female workers.
Mokokchung - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Mokokchung district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 20,311, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,94,622 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 52.39% 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 24.39%.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.
Mokokchung District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 20,311 to 1,94,622.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 52.39%.
- 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 | 20.31 k | - | - | 10.30 k | 10.02 k |
| 1911 | 29.19 k | 8.88 k | 43.70538132 | 13.96 k | 15.23 k |
| 1921 | 32.44 k | 3.25 k | 11.13128683 | 15.69 k | 16.74 k |
| 1931 | 36.87 k | 4.43 k | 13.66649197 | 18.04 k | 18.83 k |
| 1941 | 42.09 k | 5.22 k | 14.16598861 | 20.48 k | 21.61 k |
| 1951 | 49.97 k | 7.87 k | 18.7014468 | 24.53 k | 25.44 k |
| 1961 | 58.35 k | 8.39 k | 16.78575003 | 29.56 k | 28.80 k |
| 1971 | 82.56 k | 24.21 k | 41.48958048 | 45.01 k | 37.56 k |
| 1981 | 1.04 Lac | 21.36 k | 25.87509992 | 54.51 k | 49.41 k |
| 1991 | 1.58 Lac | 54.45 k | 52.39259081 | 82.82 k | 75.55 k |
| 2001 | 2.32 Lac | 73.71 k | 46.54236175 | 1.21 Lac | 1.11 Lac |
| 2011 | 1.95 Lac | -37.46 k | -16.14193076 | 1.01 Lac | 93.53 k |
Mokokchung - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.22 Lac (2,21,531) | 13.83% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 2.23 Lac (2,23,488) | 14.83% | 1 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 2.25 Lac (2,25,347) | 15.79% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 2.27 Lac (2,27,206) | 16.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 2.29 Lac (2,28,968) | 17.65% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 2.31 Lac (2,30,729) | 18.55% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 2.33 Lac (2,32,588) | 19.51% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 2.34 Lac (2,34,154) | 20.31% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 2.36 Lac (2,35,523) | 21.02% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 2.37 Lac (2,36,991) | 21.77% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 2.38 Lac (2,38,361) | 22.47% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 2.40 Lac (2,39,829) | 23.23% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 2.41 Lac (2,41,199) | 23.93% | 0.7 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mokokchung District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.41 Lac (2,41,199), with a male population of 1.24 Lac (1,24,059) and a female population of 1.17 Lac (1,17,132). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Mokokchung District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.