Mirik Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mirik Tehsil has a population of 46.37 k (46,374) with 23.39 k (23,394) males and 22.98 k (22,980) females.The sex ratio in Mirik is 983, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mirik Tehsil is 3.90 k (3,902) which is 8.41% of Mirik Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mirik Tehsil is 909 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Mirik Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Darjiling District in the state of WEST BENGAL in India.
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Mirik Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mirik Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 50.48 k (50,482), indicating a 8.86% increased from Mirik's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 25.31 k, and the estimated female population is 25.18 k.
Mirik Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mirik Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 50.72 k (50,724), projecting a 9.38% increased from Mirik's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 25.42 k, and the estimated female population is 25.31 k.
Mirik Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Mirik Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 32.19 k (32,185), accounting for 69.4% of the Mirik Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 16.24 k (16,235), and the Hindu female population is around 15.95 k (15,950).
Mirik Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Mirik Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 8.74 k (8,740), accounting for 18.85% of the Mirik Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 4.42 k (4,421), and the Buddhist female population is around 4.32 k (4,319).
Mirik Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 32,185 | 69.4% |
| Buddhist | 8,740 | 18.85% |
| Christian | 3,678 | 7.93% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,505 | 3.25% |
| Muslim | 190 | 0.41% |
| Religion not stated | 60 | 0.13% |
| Jain | 10 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 6 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMirik Urban Population
The Urban population of Mirik Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Mirik total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Mirik Rural Population
The Rural population of Mirik Tehsil is 46.37 k (46,374), with 23.39 k (23,394) being males and 22.98 k (22,980) being females, making up 100% of the Mirik total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Mirik Literacy Rate
Mirik Tehsil has a literacy rate of 80.84% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mirik Tehsil is 88.4 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mirik Tehsil is 73.2 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Mirik Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Mirik Tehsil, it is around 80.84%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mirik
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80.84 | 88.4 | 73.2 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 80.84 | 88.4 | 73.2 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mirik
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.2 | 88.71 | 73.62 |
| Buddhist | 81.15 | 89.16 | 72.96 |
| Christian | 73.9 | 81.76 | 66.43 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 88.13 | 92.83 | 83.08 |
Mirik Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Mirik Tehsil is 3.62 k (3,619) with 1.76 k (1,761) males and 1.86 k (1,858) females, which is 7.8% of Mirik Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1056 females for every 1000 males.
Mirik Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mirik Tehsil is 14.28 k (14,280) with 7.19 k (7,190) males and 7.09 k (7,090) females, which is 30.79% of Mirik Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mirik
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 983 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mirik
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 983 |
| Buddhist | 977 |
| Christian | 1034 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 928 |
Mirik Area & Households
The Total Area of Mirik Tehsil is 92.31 Square KM, with a population density of 502 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Mirik Tehsil are 21.The Total Number of households in Mirik Tehsil are 9.96 k(9,962).
Mirik Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mirik Tehsil, there are about 17.35 k (17,353) workers, making up nearly 37.42% of the Mirik Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 10.45 k (10,453) are male workers, and about 6.90 k (6,900) are female workers.
Mirik - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 50.48 k (50,482) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 50.72 k (50,724) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 50.92 k (50,922) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 51.09 k (51,088) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 51.26 k (51,255) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 51.42 k (51,421) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 51.59 k (51,587) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 51.70 k (51,702) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 51.78 k (51,779) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 51.86 k (51,856) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 51.93 k (51,934) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 52.01 k (52,011) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 52.09 k (52,088) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mirik Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 52.09 k (52,088), with a male population of 25.92 k (25,923) and a female population of 26.18 k (26,178). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Mirik Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.