Kohima
Kohima is a district in the Nagaland State of India. The total area of Kohima district is 1,463 km², which includes 1,432.00 km² of rural area and 31.00 km² of urban area. There are about 105 villages in Kohima district.
For administrative convenience, Kohima 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 8 circles in Kohima district. Here is the list of all Kohima Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in Kohima District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Botsa | 128 | 6,695 |
| 2 | Chiephobozou | 314 | 19,692 |
| 3 | Jakhama | 148 | 34,056 |
| 4 | Kezocha | 134 | 16,467 |
| 5 | Kohima Sadar | 41 | 1,16,870 |
| 6 | Sechu Zubza | 358 | 17,369 |
| 7 | Tseminyu | 256 | 51,314 |
| 8 | Tsogin | 85 | 5,525 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Sechu-Zubza is the largest circle in kohima district, covering an area of 357.78 km², while Kohima Sadar is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 40.86 km². Kohima Sadar is the most populous, whereas Tsogin is the least populous circle in kohima district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sechu-Zubza | Kohima Sadar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kohima Sadar | Kohima Sadar |
Population of Kohima District
The population of Kohima 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 Kohima, 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 | 2,67,988 | 1,46,900 | 1,21,088 |
| Total Male Population | 1,38,966 | 76,369 | 62,597 |
| Total Female Population | 1,29,022 | 70,531 | 58,491 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36,286 | 21,211 | 15,075 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,279 | 10,707 | 7,572 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,007 | 10,504 | 7,503 |
| Literate Population | 1,97,489 | 1,01,984 | 95,505 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,07,038 | 56,271 | 50,767 |
| Literate Female Population | 90,451 | 45,713 | 44,738 |
| Illiterate Population | 70,499 | 44,916 | 25,583 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 31,928 | 20,098 | 11,830 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 38,571 | 24,818 | 13,753 |
| Households | 54,391 | 27,636 | 26,755 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kohima district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kohima district is 2,67,988, including 1,38,966 males and 1,29,022 females. In rural areas, it is 1,46,900, including 76,369 males and 70,531 females. In urban areas, it is 1,21,088, including 62,597 males and 58,491 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kohima district is 36,286, including 18,279 boys and 18,007 girls. In rural areas, it is 21,211, including 10,707 boys and 10,504 girls. In urban areas, it is 15,075, including 7,572 boys and 7,503 girls.
- Literate population in Kohima district is around 1,97,489, including 1,07,038 males and 90,451 females. In rural areas, it is 1,01,984, including 56,271 males and 45,713 females. In urban areas, it is 95,505, including 50,767 males and 44,738 females.
- Illiterate population in Kohima district is about 70,499, including 31,928 males and 38,571 females. In rural areas, it is 44,916, including 20,098 males and 24,818 females. In urban areas, it is 25,583, including 11,830 males and 13,753 females.
- There are about 54,391 households in Kohima district, including 27,636 in rural areas and 26,755 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kohima. 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 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,24,738 | 1,33,572 | 91,166 |
| ST Male Population | 1,10,617 | 66,258 | 44,359 |
| ST Female Population | 1,14,121 | 67,314 | 46,807 |
| Population Density | 183 / km² | 103 / km² | 3,906 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kohima district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kohima district is about 2,24,738, including 1,10,617 males and 1,14,121 females. In rural areas, it is 1,33,572, including 66,258 males and 67,314 females. In urban areas, it is 91,166, including 44,359 males and 46,807 females.
- Overall population density of Kohima district is around 183 people per km². Rural areas have about 103 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,906 people per km².