Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Tuensang District

Tuensang Population

As per the 2011 Census, Tuensang District has a population of 1.97 Lac (1,96,596) with 1.02 Lac (1,01,933) males and 94.66 k (94,663) females.The sex ratio in Tuensang is 929, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Tuensang District is 35.79 k (35,790) which is 18.2% of Tuensang District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Tuensang District is 933 females for every 1000 males.

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

1.97 Lac

Toatl Population

1.02 Lac

Male Population

94.66 k

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. Tuensang Population Census 2011
  2. Tuensang Population 2024
  3. Hindu Population
  4. Muslim Population
  5. All Religion Population
  6. Urban Population
  7. Rural Population
  8. Literacy Rate
  9. Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
  10. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
  11. Sex Ratio
  12. Historical Census 1901 to 2011
  13. Population Projections Up to 2036

Tuensang Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Tuensang District current estimated population is projected to be 2.24 Lac (2,23,778), indicating a 13.83% increased from Tuensang's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.08 Lac.

Tuensang Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Tuensang District estimated population is projected to be 2.26 Lac (2,25,755), projecting a 14.83% increased from Tuensang's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.16 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.09 Lac.

Tuensang Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Tuensang District, with a total Christian population of 1.92 Lac (1,91,864), accounting for 97.59% of the Tuensang District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 98.75 k (98,754), and the Christian female population is around 93.11 k (93,110).

Tuensang Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Tuensang District, with a total Hindu population of 2.98 k (2,979), accounting for 1.52% of the Tuensang District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.12 k (2,118), and the Hindu female population is around 861 (861).

Tuensang Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian1,91,86497.59%
Hindu2,9791.52%
Muslim1,0520.54%
Buddhist5720.29%
Religion not stated960.05%
Sikh270.01%
Jain50%
Other religions and persuasions10%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Tuensang Urban Population

The Urban population of Tuensang District is 36.77 k (36,774), with 19.47 k (19,471) being males and 17.30 k (17,303) being females, making up 18.71% of the Tuensang total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 889 females for every 1000 males.

Tuensang Rural Population

The Rural population of Tuensang District is 1.60 Lac (1,59,822), with 82.46 k (82,462) being males and 77.36 k (77,360) being females, making up 81.29% of the Tuensang total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 939 females for every 1000 males.

Tuensang Literacy Rate

Tuensang District has a literacy rate of 73.08% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Tuensang District is 76.31 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Tuensang District is 69.59 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Tuensang District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.99%, while in the rural regions of Tuensang District, it is around 68.55%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Tuensang

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 73.08 76.31 69.59
Urban Area 91.99 93.89 89.82
Rural Area 68.55 71.95 64.93

Literacy Rate by Religion in Tuensang

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 72.68 75.8 69.37
Hindu 91.75 93.21 87.85
Muslim 83.92 85.95 79.17
Buddhist 77.8 83.18 71.94

Tuensang Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

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

Tuensang Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Tuensang District is 1.91 Lac (1,90,916) with 98.21 k (98,212) males and 92.70 k (92,704) females, which is 97.11% of Tuensang District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 944 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Tuensang

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 929
Urban Area 889
Rural Area 939

Sex Ratio by Religion in Tuensang

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 943
Hindu 407
Muslim 495
Buddhist 966

Tuensang Area & Households

The Total Area of Tuensang District is 2,536 Square KM, with a population density of 78 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Tuensang District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Tuensang District are 144.The Total Number of households in Tuensang District are 36.74 k(36,742).

Tuensang Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Tuensang District, there are about 98.15 k (98,154) workers, making up nearly 49.93% of the Tuensang District total population. Out of these, around 52.93 k (52,931) are male workers, and about 45.22 k (45,223) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Tuensang district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,025, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,96,596 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 528.78% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 118.26%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Tuensang District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 7,025 to 1,96,596.
  • The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 528.78%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 - -
1911
1921
1931
1941
1951 7.03 k 3.45 k 3.58 k
1961 44.17 k 37.15 k 528.7829181 22.74 k 21.44 k
1971 58.08 k 13.91 k 31.48148148 30.88 k 27.20 k
1981 82.11 k 24.04 k 41.38572265 43.49 k 38.62 k
1991 1.13 Lac 30.93 k 37.66349222 59.81 k 53.24 k
2001 1.86 Lac 72.96 k 64.54472271 97.88 k 88.12 k
2011 1.97 Lac 10.59 k 5.695069434 1.02 Lac 94.66 k

Historical Population of Tuensang by Census Year 1901-2011

Tuensang - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 2.24 Lac (2,23,778) 13.83% ↑
2025 2.26 Lac (2,25,755) 14.83% 1 % ↑
2026 2.28 Lac (2,27,633) 15.79% 0.96 % ↑
2027 2.30 Lac (2,29,511) 16.74% 0.95 % ↑
2028 2.31 Lac (2,31,290) 17.65% 0.91 % ↑
2029 2.33 Lac (2,33,069) 18.55% 0.9 % ↑
2030 2.35 Lac (2,34,947) 19.51% 0.96 % ↑
2031 2.37 Lac (2,36,529) 20.31% 0.8 % ↑
2032 2.38 Lac (2,37,912) 21.02% 0.71 % ↑
2033 2.39 Lac (2,39,395) 21.77% 0.75 % ↑
2034 2.41 Lac (2,40,779) 22.47% 0.7 % ↑
2035 2.42 Lac (2,42,261) 23.23% 0.76 % ↑
2036 2.44 Lac (2,43,645) 23.93% 0.7 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that Tuensang District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.44 Lac (2,43,645), with a male population of 1.25 Lac (1,25,091) and a female population of 1.19 Lac (1,18,551). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Tuensang District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.96%.