Serchhip
Serchhip is a district in the Mizoram State of India. The total area of Serchhip district is 1,421 km², which includes 1,354.00 km² of rural area and 67.00 km² of urban area. There are about 35 villages in Serchhip district.
For administrative convenience, Serchhip 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 Serchhip district. Here is the list of all Serchhip Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Serchhip District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Lungdar | 623 | 14,897 |
| 2 | Serchhip | 799 | 44,242 |
| 3 | Thingsulthliah | - | 5,798 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Serchhip is the largest subdivision in serchhip district by both area and population. East Lungdar (Part) is the smallest subdivision in serchhip district by area, while Thingsulthliah (Part) is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Serchhip | Serchhip |
| Smallest Tehsil | East Lungdar (Part) | East Lungdar (Part) |
Population of Serchhip District
The population of Serchhip 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 Serchhip, 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 | 64,937 | 32,918 | 32,019 |
| Total Male Population | 32,851 | 16,643 | 16,208 |
| Total Female Population | 32,086 | 16,275 | 15,811 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,299 | 5,154 | 4,145 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,771 | 2,654 | 2,117 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,528 | 2,500 | 2,028 |
| Literate Population | 54,476 | 27,094 | 27,382 |
| Literate Male Population | 27,598 | 13,747 | 13,851 |
| Literate Female Population | 26,878 | 13,347 | 13,531 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,461 | 5,824 | 4,637 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,253 | 2,896 | 2,357 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,208 | 2,928 | 2,280 |
| Households | 12,622 | 6,331 | 6,291 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Serchhip district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Serchhip district is 64,937, including 32,851 males and 32,086 females. In rural areas, it is 32,918, including 16,643 males and 16,275 females. In urban areas, it is 32,019, including 16,208 males and 15,811 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Serchhip district is 9,299, including 4,771 boys and 4,528 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,154, including 2,654 boys and 2,500 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,145, including 2,117 boys and 2,028 girls.
- Literate population in Serchhip district is around 54,476, including 27,598 males and 26,878 females. In rural areas, it is 27,094, including 13,747 males and 13,347 females. In urban areas, it is 27,382, including 13,851 males and 13,531 females.
- Illiterate population in Serchhip district is about 10,461, including 5,253 males and 5,208 females. In rural areas, it is 5,824, including 2,896 males and 2,928 females. In urban areas, it is 4,637, including 2,357 males and 2,280 females.
- There are about 12,622 households in Serchhip district, including 6,331 in rural areas and 6,291 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Serchhip. 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 | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| SC Male Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| SC Female Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Total ST Population | 62,889 | 32,474 | 30,415 |
| ST Male Population | 31,381 | 16,368 | 15,013 |
| ST Female Population | 31,508 | 16,106 | 15,402 |
| Population Density | 46 / km² | 24 / km² | 478 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Serchhip district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Serchhip district is approximately 32, including 20 males and 12 females. In rural areas, it is 13, including 8 males and 5 females. In urban areas, it is 19, including 12 males and 7 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Serchhip district is about 62,889, including 31,381 males and 31,508 females. In rural areas, it is 32,474, including 16,368 males and 16,106 females. In urban areas, it is 30,415, including 15,013 males and 15,402 females.
- Overall population density of Serchhip district is around 46 people per km². Rural areas have about 24 people per km². Urban areas have about 478 people per km².