Naharlagun Population
As per the 2011 Census, Naharlagun Tehsil has a population of 49.11 k (49,106) with 24.59 k (24,587) males and 24.52 k (24,519) females.The sex ratio in Naharlagun is 998, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Naharlagun Tehsil is 6.66 k (6,655) which is 13.55% of Naharlagun Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Naharlagun Tehsil is 995 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Naharlagun Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Papum Pare District in the state of ARUNACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Naharlagun Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Naharlagun Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 55.89 k (55,885), indicating a 13.8% increased from Naharlagun 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 27.84 k, and the estimated female population is 28.01 k.
Naharlagun Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Naharlagun Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 56.38 k (56,379), projecting a 14.81% increased from Naharlagun 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 28.08 k, and the estimated female population is 28.27 k.
Naharlagun Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Naharlagun Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 19.78 k (19,779), accounting for 40.28% of the Naharlagun Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.49 k (10,492), and the Hindu female population is around 9.29 k (9,287).
Naharlagun Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Naharlagun Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 18.83 k (18,829), accounting for 38.34% of the Naharlagun Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 9.03 k (9,026), and the Christian female population is around 9.80 k (9,803).
Naharlagun Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 19,779 | 40.28% |
| Christian | 18,829 | 38.34% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 6,678 | 13.6% |
| Muslim | 2,296 | 4.68% |
| Buddhist | 688 | 1.4% |
| Religion not stated | 645 | 1.31% |
| Sikh | 123 | 0.25% |
| Jain | 68 | 0.14% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNaharlagun Urban Population
The Urban population of Naharlagun Tehsil is 36.16 k (36,158), with 18.09 k (18,090) being males and 18.07 k (18,068) being females, making up 73.63% of the Naharlagun total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 999 females for every 1000 males.
Naharlagun Rural Population
The Rural population of Naharlagun Tehsil is 12.95 k (12,948), with 6.50 k (6,497) being males and 6.45 k (6,451) being females, making up 26.37% of the Naharlagun total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Naharlagun Literacy Rate
Naharlagun Tehsil has a literacy rate of 83.11% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Naharlagun Tehsil is 88.61 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Naharlagun Tehsil is 77.6 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Naharlagun Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.99%, while in the rural regions of Naharlagun Tehsil, it is around 80.64%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Naharlagun
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83.11 | 88.61 | 77.6 |
| Urban Area | 83.99 | 89.38 | 78.59 |
| Rural Area | 80.64 | 86.45 | 74.81 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Naharlagun
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 84.52 | 89.09 | 79.29 |
| Christian | 82.34 | 88.67 | 76.62 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 87.74 | 92.35 | 83.37 |
| Muslim | 65.55 | 72.94 | 57.74 |
Naharlagun Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Naharlagun Tehsil is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Naharlagun Tehsil.
Naharlagun Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Naharlagun Tehsil is 29.16 k (29,157) with 13.94 k (13,940) males and 15.22 k (15,217) females, which is 59.38% of Naharlagun Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1092 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Naharlagun
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 998 |
| Urban Area | 999 |
| Rural Area | 993 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Naharlagun
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 886 |
| Christian | 1087 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1051 |
| Muslim | 945 |
Naharlagun Area & Households
The Total Area of Naharlagun Tehsil is 153.3 Square KM, with a population density of 320 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Naharlagun Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Naharlagun Tehsil are 35.The Total Number of households in Naharlagun Tehsil are 10.34 k(10,344).
Naharlagun Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Naharlagun Tehsil, there are about 16.97 k (16,970) workers, making up nearly 34.56% of the Naharlagun Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 11.13 k (11,134) are male workers, and about 5.84 k (5,836) are female workers.
Naharlagun - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 55.89 k (55,885) | 13.8% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 56.38 k (56,379) | 14.81% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 56.87 k (56,873) | 15.82% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 57.33 k (57,332) | 16.75% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 57.76 k (57,756) | 17.61% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 58.22 k (58,215) | 18.55% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 58.67 k (58,674) | 19.48% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 59.10 k (59,097) | 20.35% | 0.87 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 59.45 k (59,450) | 21.06% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 59.80 k (59,803) | 21.78% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 60.16 k (60,156) | 22.5% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 60.51 k (60,509) | 23.22% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 60.86 k (60,862) | 23.94% | 0.72 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Naharlagun Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 60.86 k (60,862), with a male population of 30.17 k (30,169) and a female population of 30.67 k (30,667). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Naharlagun Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.