Districts in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Population

As per the 2011 Census, Andaman & Nicobar Islands State has a population of 3.81 Lac (3,80,581) with 2.03 Lac (2,02,871) males and 1.78 Lac (1,77,710) females.The sex ratio in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is 876, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 40.88 k (40,878) which is 10.74% of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 969 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is listed as part of the East region of India .

3.81 Lac

Toatl Population

2.03 Lac

Male Population

1.78 Lac

Female Population

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Andaman & Nicobar Islands State current estimated population is projected to be 4.03 Lac (4,03,496), indicating a 6.02% increased from Andaman & Nicobar Islands's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.13 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.91 Lac.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Andaman & Nicobar Islands State estimated population is projected to be 4.04 Lac (4,04,492), projecting a 6.28% increased from Andaman & Nicobar Islands's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.14 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.92 Lac.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State, with a total Hindu population of 2.64 Lac (2,64,296), accounting for 69.45% of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.42 Lac (1,42,277), and the Hindu female population is around 1.22 Lac (1,22,019).

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Christian Population

Christian is the second most popular religion in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State, with a total Christian population of 80.98 k (80,984), accounting for 21.28% of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands State population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 41.75 k (41,747), and the Christian female population is around 39.24 k (39,237).

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu2,64,29669.45%
Christian80,98421.28%
Muslim32,4138.52%
Sikh1,2860.34%
Religion not stated6690.18%
Other religions and persuasions5640.15%
Buddhist3380.09%
Jain310.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Andaman & Nicobar Islands Urban Population

The Urban population of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 1.43 Lac (1,43,488), with 76.58 k (76,584) being males and 66.90 k (66,904) being females, making up 37.7% of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 874 females for every 1000 males.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Rural Population

The Rural population of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 2.37 Lac (2,37,093), with 1.26 Lac (1,26,287) being males and 1.11 Lac (1,10,806) being females, making up 62.3% of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 878 females for every 1000 males.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Literacy Rate

Andaman & Nicobar Islands State has a literacy rate of 86.63% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 90.27 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 82.43 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Andaman & Nicobar Islands State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.1%, while in the rural regions of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State, it is around 84.5%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 86.63 90.27 82.43
Urban Area 90.1 93.11 86.63
Rural Area 84.5 88.53 79.85

Literacy Rate by Religion in Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 86.97 90.87 82.36
Christian 84.02 87.7 80.09
Muslim 91.51 92.88 89.92
Sikh 95.52 96.94 93.79

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes Population in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 28.53 k (28,530) with 14.73 k (14,731) males and 13.80 k (13,799) females, which is 7.5% of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 937 females for every 1000 males.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Slum Population

Slum Population in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 14.17 k (14,172) with 7.39 k (7,386) males and 6.79 k (6,786) females, which is 3.72% of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 919 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State are 3.32 k (3,324).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 876
Urban Area 874
Rural Area 878

Sex Ratio by Religion in Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 858
Christian 940
Muslim 874
Sikh 835

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Area & Households

The Total Area of Andaman & Nicobar Islands State is 8,249 Square KM, with a population density of 46 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State are 555.The Total Number of households in Andaman & Nicobar Islands State are 94.55 k(94,551).

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Andaman & Nicobar Islands State, there are about 1.53 Lac (1,52,535) workers, making up nearly 40.08% of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands State total population. Out of these, around 1.21 Lac (1,20,889) are male workers, and about 31.65 k (31,646) are female workers.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Andaman & Nicobar Islands state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 24,649, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 3,80,581 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 105.19% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1951 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 32.51%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 24,649 to 3,80,581.
  • The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 105.19%.
  • The year 1951 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 24.65 k 18.70 k 5.95 k
1911 26.46 k 1.81 k 7.343097083 19.57 k 6.89 k
1921 27.09 k 627 2.36970407 20.79 k 6.29 k
1931 29.46 k 2.38 k 8.775751311 19.70 k 9.76 k
1941 33.77 k 4.31 k 14.61154669 21.46 k 12.31 k
1951 30.97 k -2.80 k -8.282989813 19.06 k 11.92 k
1961 63.55 k 32.58 k 105.1854961 39.30 k 24.24 k
1971 1.15 Lac 51.59 k 81.17485995 70.03 k 45.11 k
1981 1.89 Lac 73.61 k 63.9330166 1.07 Lac 81.48 k
1991 2.81 Lac 91.92 k 48.70165995 1.54 Lac 1.26 Lac
2001 3.56 Lac 75.49 k 26.89757394 1.93 Lac 1.63 Lac
2011 3.81 Lac 24.43 k 6.859150026 2.03 Lac 1.78 Lac

Historical Population of Andaman & Nicobar Islands by Census Year 1901-2011

Andaman & Nicobar Islands - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 4.03 Lac (4,03,496) 6.02%
2025 4.04 Lac (4,04,492) 6.28% 0.26 %
2026 4.05 Lac (4,05,489) 6.54% 0.26 %
2027 4.05 Lac (4,05,489) 6.54%
2028 4.06 Lac (4,06,485) 6.81% 0.27 %
2029 4.07 Lac (4,07,481) 7.07% 0.26 %
2030 4.08 Lac (4,08,477) 7.33% 0.26 %
2031 4.09 Lac (4,09,474) 7.59% 0.26 %
2032 4.09 Lac (4,09,474) 7.59%
2033 4.10 Lac (4,10,470) 7.85% 0.26 %
2034 4.10 Lac (4,10,470) 7.85%
2035 4.11 Lac (4,11,466) 8.12% 0.27 %
2036 4.12 Lac (4,12,463) 8.38% 0.26 %

Projected estimates indicate that Andaman & Nicobar Islands State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 4.12 Lac (4,12,463), with a male population of 2.17 Lac (2,16,863) and a female population of 1.97 Lac (1,96,680). This reflects a total growth of 8.38% from Andaman & Nicobar Islands State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.2%.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Andaman & Nicobar Islands is 3.81 Lac (3,80,581).

The estimated population of Andaman & Nicobar Islands in 2024 is approximately 4.03 Lac (4,03,496).

Hindu constitute 69.45% of Andaman & Nicobar Islands population, amounting to approximately 2.64 Lac (2,64,296) people.

Christian constitute 21.28% of Andaman & Nicobar Islands population, totaling around 80.98 k (80,984) people.

Hindu: 69.45%, Christian: 21.28%, Muslim: 8.52%, Sikh: 0.34%, Religion not stated: 0.18%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.15%, Buddhist: 0.09%, Jain: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is 0, and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 28.53 k (7.5%).

In Andaman & Nicobar Islands, 1.43 Lac (37.7%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 2.37 Lac (62.3%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is 86.63%, with male literacy at 90.27% and female literacy at 82.43%.

The sex ratio in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is 876 females for every 1000 males.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.2% up to 2036.