Islam is a minority religion in Mizoram, a state in northeastern India, where it constitutes approximately 1.35% of the population, according to the 2011 Census. [1] The Muslim community in Mizoram is diverse, with ethnic groups such as the Assamese, Bengali, a small local converts , This article explores the demographics, cultural integration, challenges faced by the Muslim community, and their contributions to the state's social fabric.
Muslims in Mizoram celebrate Eid al-Fitr at the high school ground in Zarkawt, Aizawl, which is 15 minutes away from the Aijal Mosque [a] . The ground is near a church, showing harmony between the Christians and Muslims of Mizoram. [2]
The Significant population of Muslims in Mizoram are Bengali, and Assamese living in northern Mizoram districts of Kolasib and Mamit where there are five mosques.[ citation needed ] and there is also small community of khasi people who follow Islam. [3]
District [4] | Percent | Popul. |
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Aizawl | 1.31% [5] | 5,177 |
Champhai | 0.56% [6] | 483 |
Kolasib | 5.27% [7] | 4,426 |
Lawngtlai | 0.44% [8] | 552 |
Lunglei | 0.80% [9] | 1,164 |
Mamit | 2.06% [10] | 1,782 |
Saiha | 0.91% [11] | 514 |
Serchhip | 0.52% [12] | 335 |