Arunachal Pradesh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Arunachal Pradesh State has a population of 13.84 Lac (13,83,727) with 7.14 Lac (7,13,912) males and 6.70 Lac (6,69,815) females.The sex ratio in Arunachal Pradesh is 939, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Arunachal Pradesh State is 2.12 Lac (2,12,188) which is 15.33% of Arunachal Pradesh State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Arunachal Pradesh State is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Arunachal Pradesh State is listed as part of the North East region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Arunachal Pradesh Population Census 2011
- Arunachal 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
Arunachal Pradesh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Arunachal Pradesh State current estimated population is projected to be 15.75 Lac (15,74,724), indicating a 13.8% increased from Arunachal Pradesh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.08 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.65 Lac.
Arunachal Pradesh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Arunachal Pradesh State estimated population is projected to be 15.89 Lac (15,88,650), projecting a 14.81% increased from Arunachal Pradesh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.72 Lac.
Arunachal Pradesh Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Arunachal Pradesh State, with a total Christian population of 4.19 Lac (4,18,732), accounting for 30.26% of the Arunachal Pradesh State population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 2.06 Lac (2,05,796), and the Christian female population is around 2.13 Lac (2,12,936).
Arunachal Pradesh Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Arunachal Pradesh State, with a total Hindu population of 4.02 Lac (4,01,876), accounting for 29.04% of the Arunachal Pradesh State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.25 Lac (2,25,172), and the Hindu female population is around 1.77 Lac (1,76,704).
Arunachal Pradesh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 4,18,732 | 30.26% |
| Hindu | 4,01,876 | 29.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3,62,553 | 26.2% |
| Buddhist | 1,62,815 | 11.77% |
| Muslim | 27,045 | 1.95% |
| Religion not stated | 6,648 | 0.48% |
| Sikh | 3,287 | 0.24% |
| Jain | 771 | 0.06% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationArunachal Pradesh Urban Population
The Urban population of Arunachal Pradesh State is 3.17 Lac (3,17,369), with 1.68 Lac (1,67,901) being males and 1.49 Lac (1,49,468) being females, making up 22.94% of the Arunachal Pradesh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 891 females for every 1000 males.
Arunachal Pradesh Rural Population
The Rural population of Arunachal Pradesh State is 10.66 Lac (10,66,358), with 5.46 Lac (5,46,011) being males and 5.20 Lac (5,20,347) being females, making up 77.06% of the Arunachal Pradesh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Arunachal Pradesh Literacy Rate
Arunachal Pradesh State has a literacy rate of 65.38% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Arunachal Pradesh State is 72.55 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Arunachal Pradesh State is 57.7 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Arunachal Pradesh State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 82.93%, while in the rural regions of Arunachal Pradesh State, it is around 59.94%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Arunachal Pradesh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65.38 | 72.55 | 57.7 |
| Urban Area | 82.93 | 88.45 | 76.66 |
| Rural Area | 59.94 | 67.44 | 52.04 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Arunachal Pradesh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 62.55 | 70.01 | 55.43 |
| Hindu | 70.11 | 76.6 | 61.56 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 66.15 | 72.32 | 60.12 |
| Buddhist | 57.89 | 66.53 | 49.37 |
Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Arunachal Pradesh State is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Arunachal Pradesh State.
Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Arunachal Pradesh State is 9.52 Lac (9,51,821) with 4.68 Lac (4,68,390) males and 4.83 Lac (4,83,431) females, which is 68.79% of Arunachal Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1033 females for every 1000 males.
Arunachal Pradesh Slum Population
Slum Population in Arunachal Pradesh State is 15.56 k (15,562) with 8.03 k (8,029) males and 7.53 k (7,533) females, which is 1.12% of Arunachal Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 939 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Arunachal Pradesh State are 3.48 k (3,479).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Arunachal Pradesh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 |
| Urban Area | 891 |
| Rural Area | 953 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Arunachal Pradesh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 1035 |
| Hindu | 785 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1014 |
| Buddhist | 1011 |
Arunachal Pradesh Area & Households
The Total Area of Arunachal Pradesh State is 83,743 Square KM, with a population density of 17 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Arunachal Pradesh State are 27 and the Total Number of Villages in Arunachal Pradesh State are 5,589.The Total Number of households in Arunachal Pradesh State are 2.71 Lac(2,70,577).
Arunachal Pradesh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Arunachal Pradesh State, there are about 5.88 Lac (5,87,657) workers, making up nearly 42.47% of the Arunachal Pradesh State total population. Out of these, around 3.50 Lac (3,50,273) are male workers, and about 2.37 Lac (2,37,384) are female workers.
Arunachal Pradesh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Arunachal Pradesh state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 3,36,558, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 13,83,727 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 38.91% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 32.78%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951, 1961) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Arunachal Pradesh State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,36,558 to 13,83,727.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 38.91%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | N.A | - | - | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1911 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1921 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1931 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1941 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1951 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1961 | 3.37 Lac | N.A | N.A | 1.78 Lac | 1.59 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.68 Lac | 1.31 Lac | 38.9094896 | 2.51 Lac | 2.16 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.32 Lac | 1.64 Lac | 35.14954728 | 3.39 Lac | 2.93 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.65 Lac | 2.33 Lac | 36.83200942 | 4.65 Lac | 4.00 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.98 Lac | 2.33 Lac | 26.99761034 | 5.80 Lac | 5.18 Lac |
| 2011 | 13.84 Lac | 2.86 Lac | 26.02616834 | 7.14 Lac | 6.70 Lac |
Note :-
i) Arunachal Pradesh was Censussed for the first time in 1961.
Arunachal Pradesh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.75 Lac (15,74,724) | 13.8% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 15.89 Lac (15,88,650) | 14.81% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 16.03 Lac (16,02,577) | 15.82% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.16 Lac (16,15,509) | 16.75% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 16.27 Lac (16,27,446) | 17.61% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 16.40 Lac (16,40,379) | 18.55% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 16.53 Lac (16,53,311) | 19.48% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 16.65 Lac (16,65,248) | 20.35% | 0.87 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 16.75 Lac (16,75,196) | 21.06% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 16.85 Lac (16,85,143) | 21.78% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 16.95 Lac (16,95,091) | 22.5% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.05 Lac (17,05,039) | 23.22% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 17.15 Lac (17,14,986) | 23.94% | 0.72 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Arunachal Pradesh State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 17.15 Lac (17,14,986), with a male population of 8.76 Lac (8,75,984) and a female population of 8.38 Lac (8,37,766). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Arunachal Pradesh State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.