Meluri Population
As per the 2011 Census, Meluri Tehsil has a population of 13.89 k (13,890) with 7.11 k (7,108) males and 6.78 k (6,782) females.The sex ratio in Meluri is 955, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Meluri Tehsil is 2.60 k (2,598) which is 18.7% of Meluri Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Meluri Tehsil is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Meluri Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Phek District in the state of NAGALAND in India.
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Meluri Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Meluri Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 15.81 k (15,811), indicating a 13.83% increased from Meluri's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.05 k, and the estimated female population is 7.75 k.
Meluri Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Meluri Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 15.95 k (15,951), projecting a 14.83% increased from Meluri's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.12 k, and the estimated female population is 7.83 k.
Meluri Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Meluri Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 13.22 k (13,222), accounting for 95.19% of the Meluri Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 6.68 k (6,682), and the Christian female population is around 6.54 k (6,540).
Meluri Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Meluri Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 364 (364), accounting for 2.62% of the Meluri Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 245 (245), and the Hindu female population is around 119 (119).
Meluri Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 13,222 | 95.19% |
| Hindu | 364 | 2.62% |
| Muslim | 171 | 1.23% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 93 | 0.67% |
| Buddhist | 32 | 0.23% |
| Religion not stated | 6 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 2 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMeluri Urban Population
The Urban population of Meluri Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Meluri total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Meluri Rural Population
The Rural population of Meluri Tehsil is 13.89 k (13,890), with 7.11 k (7,108) being males and 6.78 k (6,782) being females, making up 100% of the Meluri total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Meluri Literacy Rate
Meluri Tehsil has a literacy rate of 61.37% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Meluri Tehsil is 67.65 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Meluri Tehsil is 54.76 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Meluri Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Meluri Tehsil, it is around 61.37%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Meluri
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.37 | 67.65 | 54.76 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 61.37 | 67.65 | 54.76 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Meluri
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 61.39 | 67.6 | 55.05 |
| Hindu | 66.46 | 72.35 | 53.92 |
| Muslim | 69.33 | 70.64 | 65.85 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 23.38 | 42.11 | 0 |
Meluri Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Meluri Tehsil is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Meluri Tehsil.
Meluri Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Meluri Tehsil is 13.16 k (13,158) with 6.64 k (6,636) males and 6.52 k (6,522) females, which is 94.73% of Meluri Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Meluri
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 955 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Meluri
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 979 |
| Hindu | 486 |
| Muslim | 437 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1114 |
Meluri Area & Households
The Total Area of Meluri Tehsil is 392.04 Square KM, with a population density of 35 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Meluri Tehsil are 13.The Total Number of households in Meluri Tehsil are 3.04 k(3,036).
Meluri Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Meluri Tehsil, there are about 5.43 k (5,434) workers, making up nearly 39.12% of the Meluri Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 2.91 k (2,912) are male workers, and about 2.52 k (2,522) are female workers.
Meluri - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.81 k (15,811) | 13.83% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 15.95 k (15,951) | 14.83% | 1 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 16.08 k (16,083) | 15.79% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.22 k (16,216) | 16.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 16.34 k (16,342) | 17.65% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 16.47 k (16,467) | 18.55% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 16.60 k (16,600) | 19.51% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 16.71 k (16,712) | 20.31% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 16.81 k (16,810) | 21.02% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 16.91 k (16,914) | 21.77% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 17.01 k (17,012) | 22.47% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.12 k (17,117) | 23.23% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 17.22 k (17,215) | 23.93% | 0.7 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Meluri Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 17.22 k (17,215), with a male population of 8.72 k (8,723) and a female population of 8.49 k (8,494). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Meluri Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.