Mamit
Mamit is a district in the Mizoram State of India. The total area of Mamit district is 3,025 km², which includes 2,984.00 km² of rural area and 41.00 km² of urban area. There are about 86 villages in Mamit district.
For administrative convenience, Mamit 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 3 subdivisions in Mamit district. Here is the list of all Mamit Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Mamit District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reiek | 937 | 17,867 |
| 2 | West Phaileng | 1,000 | 21,309 |
| 3 | Zawlnuam | 1,089 | 47,188 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Zawlnuam is the largest subdivision in mamit district by both area and population. Reiek is the smallest subdivision in mamit district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Zawlnuam | Zawlnuam |
| Smallest Tehsil | Reiek | Reiek |
Population of Mamit District
The population of Mamit 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 Mamit, 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 | 86,364 | 71,465 | 14,899 |
| Total Male Population | 44,828 | 37,135 | 7,693 |
| Total Female Population | 41,536 | 34,330 | 7,206 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,495 | 13,192 | 2,303 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,828 | 6,650 | 1,178 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,667 | 6,542 | 1,125 |
| Literate Population | 60,191 | 48,174 | 12,017 |
| Literate Male Population | 32,977 | 26,732 | 6,245 |
| Literate Female Population | 27,214 | 21,442 | 5,772 |
| Illiterate Population | 26,173 | 23,291 | 2,882 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,851 | 10,403 | 1,448 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 14,322 | 12,888 | 1,434 |
| Households | 17,731 | 14,539 | 3,192 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mamit district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Mamit district is 86,364, including 44,828 males and 41,536 females. In rural areas, it is 71,465, including 37,135 males and 34,330 females. In urban areas, it is 14,899, including 7,693 males and 7,206 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Mamit district is 15,495, including 7,828 boys and 7,667 girls. In rural areas, it is 13,192, including 6,650 boys and 6,542 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,303, including 1,178 boys and 1,125 girls.
- Literate population in Mamit district is around 60,191, including 32,977 males and 27,214 females. In rural areas, it is 48,174, including 26,732 males and 21,442 females. In urban areas, it is 12,017, including 6,245 males and 5,772 females.
- Illiterate population in Mamit district is about 26,173, including 11,851 males and 14,322 females. In rural areas, it is 23,291, including 10,403 males and 12,888 females. In urban areas, it is 2,882, including 1,448 males and 1,434 females.
- There are about 17,731 households in Mamit district, including 14,539 in rural areas and 3,192 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mamit. 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 | 51 | 38 | 13 |
| SC Male Population | 42 | 31 | 11 |
| SC Female Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Total ST Population | 82,080 | 68,096 | 13,984 |
| ST Male Population | 42,075 | 34,999 | 7,076 |
| ST Female Population | 40,005 | 33,097 | 6,908 |
| Population Density | 29 / km² | 24 / km² | 363 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mamit district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mamit district is approximately 51, including 42 males and 9 females. In rural areas, it is 38, including 31 males and 7 females. In urban areas, it is 13, including 11 males and 2 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mamit district is about 82,080, including 42,075 males and 40,005 females. In rural areas, it is 68,096, including 34,999 males and 33,097 females. In urban areas, it is 13,984, including 7,076 males and 6,908 females.
- Overall population density of Mamit district is around 29 people per km². Rural areas have about 24 people per km². Urban areas have about 363 people per km².