Kamwenge District - Population

Population

The 2002 national census estimated the population of Kamwenge District at about 295,300, of whom 51.5% were female and 48.5% were female. The annual population growth rate of the district was approximately 3%. It is estimated that in 2010, the population of the district was approximately 363,200. See table below:

Kamwenge District Population Trends
Year Estimated Population
2002 295,300
2003 304,200
2004 313,300
2005 322,700
2006 335,000
2007 332,400
2008 342,300
2009 352,600
2010 363,200

The predominant ethnic group in the district are Batoro. However, there are a sizable number of Bakiga who have settled in the district. The languages spoken include:

  • Rutooro
  • Rukiga
  • Rutagwenda

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