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 .

13.84 Lac

Toatl Population

7.14 Lac

Male Population

6.70 Lac

Female Population

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
Christian4,18,73230.26%
Hindu4,01,87629.04%
Other religions and persuasions3,62,55326.2%
Buddhist1,62,81511.77%
Muslim27,0451.95%
Religion not stated6,6480.48%
Sikh3,2870.24%
Jain7710.06%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Arunachal 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

Historical Population of Arunachal Pradesh by Census Year 1901-2011

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%.

Arunachal Pradesh Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Arunachal Pradesh is 13.84 Lac (13,83,727).

The estimated population of Arunachal Pradesh in 2024 is approximately 15.75 Lac (15,74,724).

Christian constitute 30.26% of Arunachal Pradesh population, amounting to approximately 4.19 Lac (4,18,732) people.

Hindu constitute 29.04% of Arunachal Pradesh population, totaling around 4.02 Lac (4,01,876) people.

Christian: 30.26%, Hindu: 29.04%, Other religions and persuasions: 26.2%, Buddhist: 11.77%, Muslim: 1.95%, Religion not stated: 0.48%, Sikh: 0.24%, Jain: 0.06%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Arunachal Pradesh is 0, and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 9.52 Lac (68.79%).

In Arunachal Pradesh, 3.17 Lac (22.94%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 10.66 Lac (77.06%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arunachal Pradesh is 65.38%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 57.7%.

The sex ratio in Arunachal Pradesh is 939 females for every 1000 males.

Arunachal Pradesh population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.85% up to 2036.