Lunglei
District in MIZORAM
As of 2026 estimates, Lunglei population is projected to be N/A, showing a N/A% growth since the 2011 Census. The district has a literacy rate of N/A% and a sex ratio of 947.
Lunglei District of MIZORAM has a total population of 1,61,428 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 82,891 are males while 78,537 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 1,61,428
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 947
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how Lunglei has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 15.56% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 963 girls per 1000 boys, which is higher than the overall district sex ratio of 947.
Total Children
25,117
15.56% of population
Boys
12,798
51.0%
Girls
12,319
49.0%
Child Sex Ratio
963
girls per 1000 boys
Religion Breakdown
What is the demographics & social profile of Lunglei?
The text sex ratio of Lunglei stands at 947 females per 1000 males. This is comparable to or better than the national average. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at N/A%. Male literacy stands at 92.04% while female literacy is at 85.49%, showing a gender gap of 6.55%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 0.11% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 95.11% of total population in Lunglei.
What is the workforce statistics of Lunglei?
Out of the total population of 1,61,428, 78,292 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 48.50% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 79.21% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 20.79% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 62,013
- Marginal Workers
- 16,279
- Non-Workers
- 83,136
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of Lunglei?
Population breakdown: 82,891 males (51.3%) and 78,537 females (48.7%) out of 1,61,428 total population.
What is the literacy rate of Lunglei?
Literacy rate for District is % out of 1,21,122 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in Lunglei?
Literacy rates: Male 92.04%, Female 85.49%, Overall %. Gender gap is 6.6%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lunglei district in MIZORAM?
Lunglei district in MIZORAM has a total population of 1,61,428 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 82,891 males and 78,537 females.
What is the literacy rate of Lunglei district?
The overall literacy rate of Lunglei district is N/A%. Male literacy is 92.04% and female literacy is 85.49%.
What is the sex ratio in Lunglei district?
The sex ratio in Lunglei district is 947 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the child population of Lunglei district?
Lunglei district has 25,117 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 12,798 are boys and 12,319 are girls. The child sex ratio is 963 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the workforce participation in Lunglei district?
Out of the total population of 1,61,428, 78,292 people (48.5%) are engaged in work activities in Lunglei district.
Sources & Methodology
Primary Data: Census 2011, Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India.
2026 Projections: Estimated using linear growth extrapolation from 2001-2011 data. View our Methodology Page for details.