Lawngtlai
Lawngtlai is a district in the Mizoram State of India. The total area of Lawngtlai district is 2,557 km². There are about 159 villages in Lawngtlai district.
For administrative convenience, Lawngtlai 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 4 subdivisions in Lawngtlai district. Here is the list of all Lawngtlai Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Lawngtlai District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chawngte | 686 | 45,307 |
| 2 | Lawngtlai | 771 | 38,722 |
| 3 | S Bungtlang | 534 | 17,126 |
| 4 | Sangau | 566 | 16,739 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Lawngtlai is the largest subdivision in lawngtlai district, covering an area of 770.84 km², while S' Bungtlang is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 534.00 km². Chawngte is the most populous, whereas Sangau is the least populous subdivision in lawngtlai district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Lawngtlai | Chawngte |
| Smallest Tehsil | S' Bungtlang | S' Bungtlang |
Population of Lawngtlai District
The population of Lawngtlai 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 Lawngtlai, 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 | 1,17,894 | 97,064 | 20,830 |
| Total Male Population | 60,599 | 49,940 | 10,659 |
| Total Female Population | 57,295 | 47,124 | 10,171 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22,483 | 19,361 | 3,122 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11,433 | 9,849 | 1,584 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11,050 | 9,512 | 1,538 |
| Literate Population | 62,861 | 45,922 | 16,939 |
| Literate Male Population | 36,444 | 27,644 | 8,800 |
| Literate Female Population | 26,417 | 18,278 | 8,139 |
| Illiterate Population | 55,033 | 51,142 | 3,891 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 24,155 | 22,296 | 1,859 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 30,878 | 28,846 | 2,032 |
| Households | 22,984 | 19,074 | 3,910 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Lawngtlai district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Lawngtlai district is 1,17,894, including 60,599 males and 57,295 females. In rural areas, it is 97,064, including 49,940 males and 47,124 females. In urban areas, it is 20,830, including 10,659 males and 10,171 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Lawngtlai district is 22,483, including 11,433 boys and 11,050 girls. In rural areas, it is 19,361, including 9,849 boys and 9,512 girls. In urban areas, it is 3,122, including 1,584 boys and 1,538 girls.
- Literate population in Lawngtlai district is around 62,861, including 36,444 males and 26,417 females. In rural areas, it is 45,922, including 27,644 males and 18,278 females. In urban areas, it is 16,939, including 8,800 males and 8,139 females.
- Illiterate population in Lawngtlai district is about 55,033, including 24,155 males and 30,878 females. In rural areas, it is 51,142, including 22,296 males and 28,846 females. In urban areas, it is 3,891, including 1,859 males and 2,032 females.
- There are about 22,984 households in Lawngtlai district, including 19,074 in rural areas and 3,910 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Lawngtlai. 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 | 146 | 97 | 49 |
| SC Male Population | 105 | 68 | 37 |
| SC Female Population | 41 | 29 | 12 |
| Total ST Population | 1,12,354 | 92,877 | 19,477 |
| ST Male Population | 57,044 | 47,356 | 9,688 |
| ST Female Population | 55,310 | 45,521 | 9,789 |
| Population Density | 46 / km² | 38 / km² | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Lawngtlai district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Lawngtlai district is approximately 146, including 105 males and 41 females. In rural areas, it is 97, including 68 males and 29 females. In urban areas, it is 49, including 37 males and 12 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Lawngtlai district is about 1,12,354, including 57,044 males and 55,310 females. In rural areas, it is 92,877, including 47,356 males and 45,521 females. In urban areas, it is 19,477, including 9,688 males and 9,789 females.
- Overall population density of Lawngtlai district is around 46 people per km². Rural areas have about 38 people per km².