Champhai
Champhai is a district in the Mizoram State of India. The total area of Champhai district is 3,185 km², which includes 3,105.00 km² of rural area and 80.00 km² of urban area. There are about 83 villages in Champhai district.
For administrative convenience, Champhai district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 5 subdivisions in Champhai district. Here is the list of all Champhai Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Champhai District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Champhai | 759 | 43,040 |
| 2 | East Lungdar | - | 5,907 |
| 3 | Khawbung | 706 | 22,137 |
| 4 | Khawzawl | 988 | 35,931 |
| 5 | Ngopa | 733 | 18,730 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Khawzawl is the largest subdivision in champhai district, covering an area of 987.92 km², while Khawbung is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 705.98 km². Champhai is the most populous, whereas East Lungdar (Part) is the least populous subdivision in champhai district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Khawzawl | Champhai |
| Smallest Tehsil | Khawbung | Khawbung |
Population of Champhai District
The population of Champhai offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Champhai, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,25,745 | 77,216 | 48,529 |
| Total Male Population | 63,388 | 39,110 | 24,278 |
| Total Female Population | 62,357 | 38,106 | 24,251 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20,645 | 13,256 | 7,389 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,474 | 6,735 | 3,739 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,171 | 6,521 | 3,650 |
| Literate Population | 1,00,802 | 61,022 | 39,780 |
| Literate Male Population | 51,440 | 31,380 | 20,060 |
| Literate Female Population | 49,362 | 29,642 | 19,720 |
| Illiterate Population | 24,943 | 16,194 | 8,749 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,948 | 7,730 | 4,218 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,995 | 8,464 | 4,531 |
| Households | 25,520 | 15,452 | 10,068 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Champhai district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Champhai district is 1,25,745, including 63,388 males and 62,357 females. In rural areas, it is 77,216, including 39,110 males and 38,106 females. In urban areas, it is 48,529, including 24,278 males and 24,251 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Champhai district is 20,645, including 10,474 boys and 10,171 girls. In rural areas, it is 13,256, including 6,735 boys and 6,521 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,389, including 3,739 boys and 3,650 girls.
- Literate population in Champhai district is around 1,00,802, including 51,440 males and 49,362 females. In rural areas, it is 61,022, including 31,380 males and 29,642 females. In urban areas, it is 39,780, including 20,060 males and 19,720 females.
- Illiterate population in Champhai district is about 24,943, including 11,948 males and 12,995 females. In rural areas, it is 16,194, including 7,730 males and 8,464 females. In urban areas, it is 8,749, including 4,218 males and 4,531 females.
- There are about 25,520 households in Champhai district, including 15,452 in rural areas and 10,068 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Champhai. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| SC Male Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| SC Female Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,23,466 | 75,747 | 47,719 |
| ST Male Population | 61,954 | 38,217 | 23,737 |
| ST Female Population | 61,512 | 37,530 | 23,982 |
| Population Density | 39 / km² | 25 / km² | 607 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Champhai district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Champhai district is approximately 17, including 16 males and 1 females. In rural areas, it is 10, including 9 males and 1 females. In urban areas, it is 7.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Champhai district is about 1,23,466, including 61,954 males and 61,512 females. In rural areas, it is 75,747, including 38,217 males and 37,530 females. In urban areas, it is 47,719, including 23,737 males and 23,982 females.
- Overall population density of Champhai district is around 39 people per km². Rural areas have about 25 people per km². Urban areas have about 607 people per km².