Mokokchung
Mokokchung is a district in the Nagaland State of India. The total area of Mokokchung district is 1,615 km², which includes 1,587.50 km² of rural area and 27.50 km² of urban area. There are about 107 villages in Mokokchung district.
For administrative convenience, Mokokchung 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 9 circles in Mokokchung district. Here is the list of all Mokokchung Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in Mokokchung District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alongkima | 226 | 11,947 |
| 2 | Changtongya | 114 | 17,372 |
| 3 | Chuchuyimlang | 165 | 17,832 |
| 4 | Kubolong | 116 | 12,679 |
| 5 | Longchem | 157 | 8,617 |
| 6 | Mangkolemba | 233 | 12,957 |
| 7 | Merangmen | - | 6,044 |
| 8 | Ongpangkong | 427 | 83,797 |
| 9 | Tuli | 177 | 23,377 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ongpangkong is the largest circle in mokokchung district by both area and population. Changtongya is the smallest circle in mokokchung district by area, while Merangmen * is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ongpangkong | Ongpangkong |
| Smallest Tehsil | Changtongya | Changtongya |
Population of Mokokchung District
The population of Mokokchung 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 Mokokchung, 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 | 1,94,622 | 1,38,897 | 55,725 |
| Total Male Population | 1,01,092 | 71,373 | 29,719 |
| Total Female Population | 93,530 | 67,524 | 26,006 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20,536 | 14,907 | 5,629 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,534 | 7,649 | 2,885 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,002 | 7,258 | 2,744 |
| Literate Population | 1,59,494 | 1,12,611 | 46,883 |
| Literate Male Population | 83,479 | 58,307 | 25,172 |
| Literate Female Population | 76,015 | 54,304 | 21,711 |
| Illiterate Population | 35,128 | 26,286 | 8,842 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 17,613 | 13,066 | 4,547 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 17,515 | 13,220 | 4,295 |
| Households | 42,690 | 29,960 | 12,730 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mokokchung district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Mokokchung district is 1,94,622, including 1,01,092 males and 93,530 females. In rural areas, it is 1,38,897, including 71,373 males and 67,524 females. In urban areas, it is 55,725, including 29,719 males and 26,006 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Mokokchung district is 20,536, including 10,534 boys and 10,002 girls. In rural areas, it is 14,907, including 7,649 boys and 7,258 girls. In urban areas, it is 5,629, including 2,885 boys and 2,744 girls.
- Literate population in Mokokchung district is around 1,59,494, including 83,479 males and 76,015 females. In rural areas, it is 1,12,611, including 58,307 males and 54,304 females. In urban areas, it is 46,883, including 25,172 males and 21,711 females.
- Illiterate population in Mokokchung district is about 35,128, including 17,613 males and 17,515 females. In rural areas, it is 26,286, including 13,066 males and 13,220 females. In urban areas, it is 8,842, including 4,547 males and 4,295 females.
- There are about 42,690 households in Mokokchung district, including 29,960 in rural areas and 12,730 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mokokchung. 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 | 1,78,431 | 1,31,619 | 46,812 |
| ST Male Population | 90,567 | 66,954 | 23,613 |
| ST Female Population | 87,864 | 64,665 | 23,199 |
| Population Density | 121 / km² | 87 / km² | 2,026 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mokokchung district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mokokchung district is about 1,78,431, including 90,567 males and 87,864 females. In rural areas, it is 1,31,619, including 66,954 males and 64,665 females. In urban areas, it is 46,812, including 23,613 males and 23,199 females.
- Overall population density of Mokokchung district is around 121 people per km². Rural areas have about 87 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,026 people per km².