Lunglei
Lunglei is a district in the Mizoram State of India. The total area of Lunglei district is 4,536 km², which includes 4,470.00 km² of rural area and 66.00 km² of urban area. There are about 161 villages in Lunglei district.
For administrative convenience, Lunglei 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 Lunglei district. Here is the list of all Lunglei Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Lunglei District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hnahthial | 985 | 26,113 |
| 2 | Lunglei | 1,117 | 77,482 |
| 3 | Lungsen | 1,046 | 39,020 |
| 4 | West Bunghmun | 1,389 | 18,813 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
West Bunghmun is the largest subdivision in lunglei district, covering an area of 1389.26 km², while Hnahthial is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 985.39 km². Lunglei is the most populous, whereas West Bunghmun is the least populous subdivision in lunglei district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | West Bunghmun | Lunglei |
| Smallest Tehsil | Hnahthial | Hnahthial |
Population of Lunglei District
The population of Lunglei 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 Lunglei, 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 | 1,61,428 | 92,676 | 68,752 |
| Total Male Population | 82,891 | 47,577 | 35,314 |
| Total Female Population | 78,537 | 45,099 | 33,438 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 25,117 | 16,705 | 8,412 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,798 | 8,494 | 4,304 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,319 | 8,211 | 4,108 |
| Literate Population | 1,21,122 | 62,114 | 59,008 |
| Literate Male Population | 64,515 | 34,067 | 30,448 |
| Literate Female Population | 56,607 | 28,047 | 28,560 |
| Illiterate Population | 40,306 | 30,562 | 9,744 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 18,376 | 13,510 | 4,866 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 21,930 | 17,052 | 4,878 |
| Households | 33,058 | 18,943 | 14,115 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Lunglei district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Lunglei district is 1,61,428, including 82,891 males and 78,537 females. In rural areas, it is 92,676, including 47,577 males and 45,099 females. In urban areas, it is 68,752, including 35,314 males and 33,438 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Lunglei district is 25,117, including 12,798 boys and 12,319 girls. In rural areas, it is 16,705, including 8,494 boys and 8,211 girls. In urban areas, it is 8,412, including 4,304 boys and 4,108 girls.
- Literate population in Lunglei district is around 1,21,122, including 64,515 males and 56,607 females. In rural areas, it is 62,114, including 34,067 males and 28,047 females. In urban areas, it is 59,008, including 30,448 males and 28,560 females.
- Illiterate population in Lunglei district is about 40,306, including 18,376 males and 21,930 females. In rural areas, it is 30,562, including 13,510 males and 17,052 females. In urban areas, it is 9,744, including 4,866 males and 4,878 females.
- There are about 33,058 households in Lunglei district, including 18,943 in rural areas and 14,115 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Lunglei. 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 | 178 | 65 | 113 |
| SC Male Population | 125 | 38 | 87 |
| SC Female Population | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Total ST Population | 1,53,533 | 91,310 | 62,223 |
| ST Male Population | 77,180 | 46,663 | 30,517 |
| ST Female Population | 76,353 | 44,647 | 31,706 |
| Population Density | 36 / km² | 21 / km² | 1,042 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Lunglei district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Lunglei district is approximately 178, including 125 males and 53 females. In rural areas, it is 65, including 38 males and 27 females. In urban areas, it is 113, including 87 males and 26 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Lunglei district is about 1,53,533, including 77,180 males and 76,353 females. In rural areas, it is 91,310, including 46,663 males and 44,647 females. In urban areas, it is 62,223, including 30,517 males and 31,706 females.
- Overall population density of Lunglei district is around 36 people per km². Rural areas have about 21 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,042 people per km².