Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Phek District

Phek Population

As per the 2011 Census, Phek District has a population of 1.63 Lac (1,63,418) with 83.74 k (83,743) males and 79.68 k (79,675) females.The sex ratio in Phek is 952, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Phek District is 27.75 k (27,752) which is 16.98% of Phek District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Phek District is 914 females for every 1000 males.

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

1.63 Lac

Toatl Population

83.74 k

Male Population

79.68 k

Female Population

Phek Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Phek District current estimated population is projected to be 1.86 Lac (1,86,013), indicating a 13.83% increased from Phek's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 94.88 k, and the estimated female population is 91.06 k.

Phek Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Phek District estimated population is projected to be 1.88 Lac (1,87,656), projecting a 14.83% increased from Phek's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 95.70 k, and the estimated female population is 91.97 k.

Phek Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Phek District, with a total Christian population of 1.58 Lac (1,58,224), accounting for 96.82% of the Phek District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 80.20 k (80,197), and the Christian female population is around 78.03 k (78,027).

Phek Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Phek District, with a total Hindu population of 3.56 k (3,563), accounting for 2.18% of the Phek District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.57 k (2,569), and the Hindu female population is around 994 (994).

Phek Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian1,58,22496.82%
Hindu3,5632.18%
Muslim9500.58%
Buddhist3500.21%
Other religions and persuasions1980.12%
Religion not stated850.05%
Sikh310.02%
Jain170.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Phek Urban Population

The Urban population of Phek District is 24.58 k (24,575), with 13.21 k (13,214) being males and 11.36 k (11,361) being females, making up 15.04% of the Phek total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 860 females for every 1000 males.

Phek Rural Population

The Rural population of Phek District is 1.39 Lac (1,38,843), with 70.53 k (70,529) being males and 68.31 k (68,314) being females, making up 84.96% of the Phek total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 969 females for every 1000 males.

Phek Literacy Rate

Phek District has a literacy rate of 78.05% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Phek District is 83.66 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Phek District is 72.21 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Phek District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.3%, while in the rural regions of Phek District, it is around 76.16%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Phek

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 78.05 83.66 72.21
Urban Area 88.3 92.38 83.46
Rural Area 76.16 81.93 70.29

Literacy Rate by Religion in Phek

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 77.98 83.63 72.26
Hindu 82.91 86.77 71.36
Muslim 77.83 79.14 75.09
Buddhist 83.21 83.33 83.06

Phek Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

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

Phek Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Phek District is 1.57 Lac (1,57,146) with 79.54 k (79,536) males and 77.61 k (77,610) females, which is 96.16% of Phek District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 976 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Phek

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 952
Urban Area 860
Rural Area 969

Sex Ratio by Religion in Phek

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 973
Hindu 387
Muslim 525
Buddhist 913

Phek Area & Households

The Total Area of Phek District is 2,026 Square KM, with a population density of 81 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Phek District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Phek District are 117.The Total Number of households in Phek District are 36.64 k(36,639).

Phek Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Phek District, there are about 80.28 k (80,277) workers, making up nearly 49.12% of the Phek District total population. Out of these, around 41.56 k (41,556) are male workers, and about 38.72 k (38,721) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Phek district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 17,826, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,63,418 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 58.36% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1951 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 24.08%.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.

Phek District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 17,826 to 1,63,418.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 58.36%.
  • The year 1951 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 17.83 k - - 9.04 k 8.79 k
1911 26.58 k 8.75 k 49.09121508 13.80 k 12.78 k
1921 27.43 k 848 3.190728826 14.17 k 13.26 k
1931 30.66 k 3.24 k 11.79945305 15.63 k 15.03 k
1941 30.51 k -150 -0.489220834 15.33 k 15.19 k
1951 30.30 k -212 -0.694831372 15.49 k 14.81 k
1961 33.66 k 3.36 k 11.07957358 17.54 k 16.12 k
1971 44.59 k 10.94 k 32.49940575 23.39 k 21.20 k
1981 70.62 k 26.02 k 58.35762659 37.70 k 32.92 k
1991 1.02 Lac 31.54 k 44.6600017 54.34 k 47.82 k
2001 1.48 Lac 46.04 k 45.06734798 77.14 k 71.05 k
2011 1.63 Lac 15.22 k 10.27227639 83.74 k 79.68 k

Historical Population of Phek by Census Year 1901-2011

Phek - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 1.86 Lac (1,86,013) 13.83%
2025 1.88 Lac (1,87,656) 14.83% 1 %
2026 1.89 Lac (1,89,217) 15.79% 0.96 %
2027 1.91 Lac (1,90,778) 16.74% 0.95 %
2028 1.92 Lac (1,92,257) 17.65% 0.91 %
2029 1.94 Lac (1,93,736) 18.55% 0.9 %
2030 1.95 Lac (1,95,297) 19.51% 0.96 %
2031 1.97 Lac (1,96,611) 20.31% 0.8 %
2032 1.98 Lac (1,97,762) 21.02% 0.71 %
2033 1.99 Lac (1,98,994) 21.77% 0.75 %
2034 2.00 Lac (2,00,144) 22.47% 0.7 %
2035 2.01 Lac (2,01,377) 23.23% 0.76 %
2036 2.03 Lac (2,02,527) 23.93% 0.7 %

Projected estimates indicate that Phek District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.03 Lac (2,02,527), with a male population of 1.03 Lac (1,02,769) and a female population of 99.78 k (99,781). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Phek District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.

Phek Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Phek is 1.63 Lac (1,63,418).

The estimated population of Phek in 2024 is approximately 1.86 Lac (1,86,013).

Christian constitute 96.82% of Phek population, amounting to approximately 1.58 Lac (1,58,224) people.

Hindu constitute 2.18% of Phek population, totaling around 3.56 k (3,563) people.

Christian: 96.82%, Hindu: 2.18%, Muslim: 0.58%, Buddhist: 0.21%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.12%, Religion not stated: 0.05%, Sikh: 0.02%, Jain: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Phek is 0, and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 1.57 Lac (96.16%).

In Phek, 24.58 k (15.04%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 1.39 Lac (84.96%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phek is 78.05%, with male literacy at 83.66% and female literacy at 72.21%.

The sex ratio in Phek is 952 females for every 1000 males.

Phek population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.84% up to 2036.