Saiha
Saiha is a district in the Mizoram State of India. The total area of Saiha district is 1,399 km², which includes 1,346.00 km² of rural area and 53.00 km² of urban area. There are about 52 villages in Saiha district.
For administrative convenience, Saiha 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 2 subdivisions in Saiha district. Here is the list of all Saiha Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Saiha District
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Tuipang is the largest subdivision in saiha district, covering an area of 942.73 km², while Saiha is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 457.17 km². Saiha is the most populous, whereas Tuipang is the least populous subdivision in saiha district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Tuipang | Saiha |
| Smallest Tehsil | Saiha | Saiha |
Population of Saiha District
The population of Saiha 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 Saiha, 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 | 56,574 | 31,464 | 25,110 |
| Total Male Population | 28,594 | 15,853 | 12,741 |
| Total Female Population | 27,980 | 15,611 | 12,369 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,653 | 5,857 | 3,796 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,997 | 3,008 | 1,989 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,656 | 2,849 | 1,807 |
| Literate Population | 42,233 | 21,963 | 20,270 |
| Literate Male Population | 21,861 | 11,529 | 10,332 |
| Literate Female Population | 20,372 | 10,434 | 9,938 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,341 | 9,501 | 4,840 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,733 | 4,324 | 2,409 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,608 | 5,177 | 2,431 |
| Households | 11,144 | 6,537 | 4,607 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Saiha district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Saiha district is 56,574, including 28,594 males and 27,980 females. In rural areas, it is 31,464, including 15,853 males and 15,611 females. In urban areas, it is 25,110, including 12,741 males and 12,369 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Saiha district is 9,653, including 4,997 boys and 4,656 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,857, including 3,008 boys and 2,849 girls. In urban areas, it is 3,796, including 1,989 boys and 1,807 girls.
- Literate population in Saiha district is around 42,233, including 21,861 males and 20,372 females. In rural areas, it is 21,963, including 11,529 males and 10,434 females. In urban areas, it is 20,270, including 10,332 males and 9,938 females.
- Illiterate population in Saiha district is about 14,341, including 6,733 males and 7,608 females. In rural areas, it is 9,501, including 4,324 males and 5,177 females. In urban areas, it is 4,840, including 2,409 males and 2,431 females.
- There are about 11,144 households in Saiha district, including 6,537 in rural areas and 4,607 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Saiha. 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 | 83 | 12 | 71 |
| SC Male Population | 52 | 7 | 45 |
| SC Female Population | 31 | 5 | 26 |
| Total ST Population | 54,642 | 31,038 | 23,604 |
| ST Male Population | 27,226 | 15,550 | 11,676 |
| ST Female Population | 27,416 | 15,488 | 11,928 |
| Population Density | 40 / km² | 23 / km² | 474 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Saiha district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Saiha district is approximately 83, including 52 males and 31 females. In rural areas, it is 12, including 7 males and 5 females. In urban areas, it is 71, including 45 males and 26 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Saiha district is about 54,642, including 27,226 males and 27,416 females. In rural areas, it is 31,038, including 15,550 males and 15,488 females. In urban areas, it is 23,604, including 11,676 males and 11,928 females.
- Overall population density of Saiha district is around 40 people per km². Rural areas have about 23 people per km². Urban areas have about 474 people per km².