Andhra Pradesh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Andhra Pradesh State has a population of 8.46 Cr (8,45,80,777) with 4.24 Cr (4,24,42,146) males and 4.21 Cr (4,21,38,631) females.The sex ratio in Andhra Pradesh is 993, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Andhra Pradesh State is 91.43 Lac (91,42,802) which is 10.81% of Andhra Pradesh State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Andhra Pradesh State is 940 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Andhra Pradesh State is listed as part of the South region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Andhra Pradesh Population Census 2011
- Andhra Pradesh Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Andhra Pradesh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Andhra Pradesh State current estimated population is projected to be 9.08 Cr (9,08,02,100), indicating a 7.36% increased from Andhra Pradesh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.55 Cr, and the estimated female population is 4.53 Cr.
Andhra Pradesh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Andhra Pradesh State estimated population is projected to be 9.11 Cr (9,11,14,696), projecting a 7.73% increased from Andhra Pradesh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.56 Cr, and the estimated female population is 4.55 Cr.
Andhra Pradesh Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Andhra Pradesh State, with a total Hindu population of 7.48 Cr (7,48,24,149), accounting for 88.46% of the Andhra Pradesh State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.75 Cr (3,75,37,084), and the Hindu female population is around 3.73 Cr (3,72,87,065).
Andhra Pradesh Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Andhra Pradesh State, with a total Muslim population of 80.82 Lac (80,82,412), accounting for 9.56% of the Andhra Pradesh State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 40.86 Lac (40,85,913), and the Muslim female population is around 39.96 Lac (39,96,499).
Andhra Pradesh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 7,48,24,149 | 88.46% |
| Muslim | 80,82,412 | 9.56% |
| Christian | 11,29,784 | 1.34% |
| Religion not stated | 4,04,100 | 0.48% |
| Jain | 53,849 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 40,244 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 36,692 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 9,547 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAndhra Pradesh Urban Population
The Urban population of Andhra Pradesh State is 2.82 Cr (2,82,19,075), with 1.42 Cr (1,41,98,905) being males and 1.40 Cr (1,40,20,170) being females, making up 33.36% of the Andhra Pradesh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Andhra Pradesh Rural Population
The Rural population of Andhra Pradesh State is 5.64 Cr (5,63,61,702), with 2.82 Cr (2,82,43,241) being males and 2.81 Cr (2,81,18,461) being females, making up 66.64% of the Andhra Pradesh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Andhra Pradesh Literacy Rate
Andhra Pradesh State has a literacy rate of 67.02% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Andhra Pradesh State is 74.88 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Andhra Pradesh State is 59.15 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Andhra Pradesh State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.09%, while in the rural regions of Andhra Pradesh State, it is around 60.45%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Andhra Pradesh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.02 | 74.88 | 59.15 |
| Urban Area | 80.09 | 85.79 | 74.35 |
| Rural Area | 60.45 | 69.38 | 51.54 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Andhra Pradesh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 66.11 | 74.19 | 58.03 |
| Muslim | 73.58 | 79.94 | 67.11 |
| Christian | 77.82 | 82.57 | 73.39 |
| Religion not stated | 72.63 | 80.37 | 65.42 |
Andhra Pradesh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Andhra Pradesh State is 1.39 Cr (1,38,78,078) with 69.13 Lac (69,13,047) males and 69.65 Lac (69,65,031) females, which is 16.41% of Andhra Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1008 females for every 1000 males.
Andhra Pradesh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Andhra Pradesh State is 59.18 Lac (59,18,073) with 29.69 Lac (29,69,362) males and 29.49 Lac (29,48,711) females, which is 7% of Andhra Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Andhra Pradesh Slum Population
Slum Population in Andhra Pradesh State is 1.02 Cr (1,01,86,934) with 51.03 Lac (51,03,377) males and 50.84 Lac (50,83,557) females, which is 12.04% of Andhra Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 997 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Andhra Pradesh State are 24.31 Lac (24,31,474).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Andhra Pradesh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 |
| Urban Area | 988 |
| Rural Area | 996 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Andhra Pradesh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 994 |
| Muslim | 979 |
| Christian | 1059 |
| Religion not stated | 1044 |
Andhra Pradesh Area & Households
The Total Area of Andhra Pradesh State is 2,75,045 Square KM, with a population density of 308 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Andhra Pradesh State are 353 and the Total Number of Villages in Andhra Pradesh State are 27,800.The Total Number of households in Andhra Pradesh State are 2.10 Cr(2,10,22,588).
Andhra Pradesh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Andhra Pradesh State, there are about 3.94 Cr (3,94,22,906) workers, making up nearly 46.61% of the Andhra Pradesh State total population. Out of these, around 2.42 Cr (2,41,85,595) are male workers, and about 1.52 Cr (1,52,37,311) are female workers.
Andhra Pradesh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Andhra Pradesh state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 1,90,65,921, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 8,45,80,777 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 24.2% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921* marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 14.68%.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.
Andhra Pradesh State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,90,65,921 to 8,45,80,777.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 24.2%.
- The year 1921* experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901* | 1.91 Cr | ----- | ----- | 96.07 Lac | 94.59 Lac |
| 1911* | 2.14 Cr | 23.81 Lac | 12.49082591 | 1.08 Cr | 1.07 Cr |
| 1921* | 2.14 Cr | -26.96 k | -0.125721462 | 1.07 Cr | 1.07 Cr |
| 1931* | 2.42 Cr | 27.83 Lac | 12.99284217 | 1.22 Cr | 1.20 Cr |
| 1941 | 2.73 Cr | 30.86 Lac | 12.74922095 | 1.38 Cr | 1.35 Cr |
| 1951 | 3.11 Cr | 38.26 Lac | 14.01982972 | 1.57 Cr | 1.54 Cr |
| 1961 | 3.60 Cr | 48.68 Lac | 15.64566119 | 1.82 Cr | 1.78 Cr |
| 1971 | 4.35 Cr | 75.19 Lac | 20.89644441 | 2.20 Cr | 2.15 Cr |
| 1981 | 5.36 Cr | 1.00 Cr | 23.09814368 | 2.71 Cr | 2.64 Cr |
| 1991 | 6.65 Cr | 1.30 Cr | 24.19558124 | 3.37 Cr | 3.28 Cr |
| 2001 | 7.62 Cr | 97.02 Lac | 14.58771551 | 3.85 Cr | 3.77 Cr |
| 2011 | 8.46 Cr | 83.71 Lac | 10.98382001 | 4.24 Cr | 4.21 Cr |
Note:- * The totals of population of all the Districts of Andhra Pradesh for 1901, 1911, 1921 and 1931 Censuses do not tally with the total population of the State for the concerned year. The difference between the figures given for the State and the totals of all the districts is- 21,599 for 1901,- 70,744 for 1911,+16,456 for 1921 and +8,240 for 1931. This difference is due to an error that has occurred in the Table A-2 of 1941, when the population data of Medak and Nizamabad Districts were recast in 1941 in accordance with certain inter- district transfers that had taken place between Medak and Nizamabad Districts of the erstwhile Hyderabad State during the decade 1931-1941.
Andhra Pradesh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.08 Cr (9,08,02,100) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 9.11 Cr (9,11,14,696) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 9.13 Cr (9,13,37,250) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 9.15 Cr (9,14,95,247) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 9.17 Cr (9,16,54,942) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 9.18 Cr (9,18,12,939) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 9.20 Cr (9,19,70,935) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 9.21 Cr (9,20,52,482) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 9.21 Cr (9,20,77,965) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 9.21 Cr (9,21,05,147) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 9.21 Cr (9,21,30,630) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 9.22 Cr (9,21,56,114) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 9.22 Cr (9,21,83,296) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Andhra Pradesh State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.22 Cr (9,21,83,296), with a male population of 4.60 Cr (4,60,10,058) and a female population of 4.62 Cr (4,61,72,261). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from Andhra Pradesh State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.36%.