Mon Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mon District has a population of 2.50 Lac (2,50,260) with 1.32 Lac (1,31,753) males and 1.19 Lac (1,18,507) females.The sex ratio in Mon is 900, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mon District is 40.34 k (40,342) which is 16.12% of Mon District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mon District is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Mon District is listed as part of NAGALAND State in INDIA.
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Mon Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mon District current estimated population is projected to be 2.85 Lac (2,84,862), indicating a 13.83% increased from Mon's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.49 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.35 Lac.
Mon Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mon District estimated population is projected to be 2.87 Lac (2,87,378), projecting a 14.83% increased from Mon's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.37 Lac.
Mon Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Mon District, with a total Christian population of 2.36 Lac (2,36,494), accounting for 94.5% of the Mon District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.23 Lac (1,23,479), and the Christian female population is around 1.13 Lac (1,13,015).
Mon Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Mon District, with a total Hindu population of 8.10 k (8,102), accounting for 3.24% of the Mon District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.97 k (4,970), and the Hindu female population is around 3.13 k (3,132).
Mon Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 2,36,494 | 94.5% |
| Hindu | 8,102 | 3.24% |
| Muslim | 3,444 | 1.38% |
| Buddhist | 1,256 | 0.5% |
| Religion not stated | 565 | 0.23% |
| Jain | 314 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 84 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMon Urban Population
The Urban population of Mon District is 34.44 k (34,444), with 18.28 k (18,284) being males and 16.16 k (16,160) being females, making up 13.76% of the Mon total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 884 females for every 1000 males.
Mon Rural Population
The Rural population of Mon District is 2.16 Lac (2,15,816), with 1.13 Lac (1,13,469) being males and 1.02 Lac (1,02,347) being females, making up 86.24% of the Mon total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 902 females for every 1000 males.
Mon Literacy Rate
Mon District has a literacy rate of 56.99% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mon District is 60.94 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mon District is 52.58 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Mon District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.47%, while in the rural regions of Mon District, it is around 52.54%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mon
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56.99 | 60.94 | 52.58 |
| Urban Area | 84.47 | 86.54 | 82.11 |
| Rural Area | 52.54 | 56.74 | 47.88 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mon
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 56.41 | 60.18 | 52.3 |
| Hindu | 73.08 | 78.38 | 64.05 |
| Muslim | 56.26 | 60.02 | 50.37 |
| Buddhist | 57.27 | 63.32 | 49.32 |
Mon Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Mon District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Mon District.
Mon Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mon District is 2.38 Lac (2,38,285) with 1.24 Lac (1,24,343) males and 1.14 Lac (1,13,942) females, which is 95.21% of Mon District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mon
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 |
| Urban Area | 884 |
| Rural Area | 902 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mon
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 916 |
| Hindu | 631 |
| Muslim | 680 |
| Buddhist | 775 |
Mon Area & Households
The Total Area of Mon District is 1,786 Square KM, with a population density of 140 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mon District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Mon District are 131.The Total Number of households in Mon District are 41.98 k(41,978).
Mon Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mon District, there are about 1.48 Lac (1,47,654) workers, making up nearly 59% of the Mon District total population. Out of these, around 79.43 k (79,425) are male workers, and about 68.23 k (68,229) are female workers.
Mon - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Mon district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 59,883, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 2,50,260 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 74.12% 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 35.99%.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.
Mon District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 59,883 to 2,50,260.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 74.12%.
- 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 | 59.88 k | 30.89 k | 28.99 k | ||
| 1971 | 76.85 k | 16.97 k | 28.33692367 | 40.39 k | 36.46 k |
| 1981 | 94.16 k | 17.31 k | 22.523812 | 50.25 k | 43.91 k |
| 1991 | 1.50 Lac | 55.54 k | 58.98026805 | 79.96 k | 69.74 k |
| 2001 | 2.61 Lac | 1.11 Lac | 74.11739557 | 1.39 Lac | 1.22 Lac |
| 2011 | 2.50 Lac | -10.39 k | -3.986925096 | 1.32 Lac | 1.19 Lac |
Mon - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.85 Lac (2,84,862) | 13.83% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 2.87 Lac (2,87,378) | 14.83% | 1 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 2.90 Lac (2,89,769) | 15.79% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 2.92 Lac (2,92,159) | 16.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 2.94 Lac (2,94,424) | 17.65% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 2.97 Lac (2,96,689) | 18.55% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 2.99 Lac (2,99,079) | 19.51% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.01 Lac (3,01,093) | 20.31% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.03 Lac (3,02,854) | 21.02% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.05 Lac (3,04,741) | 21.77% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.07 Lac (3,06,503) | 22.47% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.08 Lac (3,08,390) | 23.23% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.10 Lac (3,10,152) | 23.93% | 0.7 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mon District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.10 Lac (3,10,152), with a male population of 1.62 Lac (1,61,686) and a female population of 1.48 Lac (1,48,412). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Mon District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.