Zunheboto Population
As per the 2011 Census, Zunheboto District has a population of 1.41 Lac (1,40,757) with 71.22 k (71,217) males and 69.54 k (69,540) females.The sex ratio in Zunheboto is 977, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Zunheboto District is 20.09 k (20,093) which is 14.27% of Zunheboto District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Zunheboto District is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Zunheboto District is listed as part of NAGALAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Zunheboto Population Census 2011
- Zunheboto 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
Zunheboto Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Zunheboto District current estimated population is projected to be 1.60 Lac (1,60,219), indicating a 13.83% increased from Zunheboto's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 80.69 k, and the estimated female population is 79.48 k.
Zunheboto Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Zunheboto District estimated population is projected to be 1.62 Lac (1,61,634), projecting a 14.83% increased from Zunheboto's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 81.38 k, and the estimated female population is 80.27 k.
Zunheboto Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Zunheboto District, with a total Christian population of 1.37 Lac (1,36,995), accounting for 97.33% of the Zunheboto District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 68.39 k (68,393), and the Christian female population is around 68.60 k (68,602).
Zunheboto Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Zunheboto District, with a total Hindu population of 2.58 k (2,580), accounting for 1.83% of the Zunheboto District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.09 k (2,091), and the Hindu female population is around 489 (489).
Zunheboto Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 1,36,995 | 97.33% |
| Hindu | 2,580 | 1.83% |
| Muslim | 772 | 0.55% |
| Buddhist | 286 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 77 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 39 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 6 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationZunheboto Urban Population
The Urban population of Zunheboto District is 27.60 k (27,597), with 14.43 k (14,431) being males and 13.17 k (13,166) being females, making up 19.61% of the Zunheboto total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Zunheboto Rural Population
The Rural population of Zunheboto District is 1.13 Lac (1,13,160), with 56.79 k (56,786) being males and 56.37 k (56,374) being females, making up 80.39% of the Zunheboto total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Zunheboto Literacy Rate
Zunheboto District has a literacy rate of 85.26% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Zunheboto District is 87.85 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Zunheboto District is 82.62 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Zunheboto District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 94.5%, while in the rural regions of Zunheboto District, it is around 82.96%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Zunheboto
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85.26 | 87.85 | 82.62 |
| Urban Area | 94.5 | 95.51 | 93.36 |
| Rural Area | 82.96 | 85.84 | 80.1 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Zunheboto
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 85.14 | 87.68 | 82.63 |
| Hindu | 90.58 | 92.37 | 81.86 |
| Muslim | 85.49 | 88.21 | 79.44 |
| Buddhist | 88.51 | 92.11 | 85.12 |
Zunheboto Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Zunheboto District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Zunheboto District.
Zunheboto Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Zunheboto District is 1.37 Lac (1,36,561) with 68.07 k (68,071) males and 68.49 k (68,490) females, which is 97.02% of Zunheboto District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1007 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Zunheboto
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 977 |
| Urban Area | 913 |
| Rural Area | 993 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Zunheboto
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 1004 |
| Hindu | 234 |
| Muslim | 497 |
| Buddhist | 1088 |
Zunheboto Area & Households
The Total Area of Zunheboto District is 1,255 Square KM, with a population density of 112 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Zunheboto District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Zunheboto District are 191.The Total Number of households in Zunheboto District are 27.84 k(27,835).
Zunheboto Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Zunheboto District, there are about 79.47 k (79,466) workers, making up nearly 56.46% of the Zunheboto District total population. Out of these, around 41.18 k (41,178) are male workers, and about 38.29 k (38,288) are female workers.
Zunheboto - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Zunheboto district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 16,615, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,40,757 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 60.15% 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 22.72%.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.
Zunheboto District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 16,615 to 1,40,757.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 60.15%.
- 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 | 16.62 k | - | - | 8.42 k | 8.19 k |
| 1911 | 24.06 k | 7.44 k | 44.79085164 | 11.71 k | 12.35 k |
| 1921 | 26.34 k | 2.28 k | 9.477490959 | 12.91 k | 13.43 k |
| 1931 | 29.84 k | 3.50 k | 13.30067965 | 14.72 k | 15.12 k |
| 1941 | 33.22 k | 3.38 k | 11.33713137 | 16.26 k | 16.97 k |
| 1951 | 38.32 k | 5.10 k | 15.34780122 | 18.93 k | 19.39 k |
| 1961 | 44.62 k | 6.30 k | 16.44486196 | 22.45 k | 22.17 k |
| 1971 | 56.20 k | 11.58 k | 25.94567946 | 28.41 k | 27.79 k |
| 1981 | 72.88 k | 16.68 k | 29.67154194 | 37.18 k | 35.70 k |
| 1991 | 96.54 k | 23.66 k | 32.46109937 | 49.15 k | 47.39 k |
| 2001 | 1.55 Lac | 58.06 k | 60.14709691 | 79.39 k | 75.21 k |
| 2011 | 1.41 Lac | -13.84 k | -8.952897191 | 71.22 k | 69.54 k |
Zunheboto - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.60 Lac (1,60,219) | 13.83% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.62 Lac (1,61,634) | 14.83% | 1 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.63 Lac (1,62,979) | 15.79% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.64 Lac (1,64,323) | 16.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.66 Lac (1,65,597) | 17.65% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.67 Lac (1,66,871) | 18.55% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.68 Lac (1,68,215) | 19.51% | 0.96 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.69 Lac (1,69,348) | 20.31% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.70 Lac (1,70,338) | 21.02% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.71 Lac (1,71,400) | 21.77% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.72 Lac (1,72,391) | 22.47% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.73 Lac (1,73,452) | 23.23% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.74 Lac (1,74,443) | 23.93% | 0.7 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Zunheboto District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.74 Lac (1,74,443), with a male population of 87.40 k (87,397) and a female population of 87.09 k (87,089). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Zunheboto District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.96%.