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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Tuensang Population Census 2011
- Tuensang 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 1,91,864 | 97.59% |
| Hindu | 2,979 | 1.52% |
| Muslim | 1,052 | 0.54% |
| Buddhist | 572 | 0.29% |
| Religion not stated | 96 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 27 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 5 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationTuensang 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 |
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 0.84%.