Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Tirap District

Tirap Population

As per the 2011 Census, Tirap District has a population of 1.12 Lac (1,11,975) with 57.60 k (57,604) males and 54.37 k (54,371) females.The sex ratio in Tirap is 944, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Tirap District is 20.05 k (20,045) which is 17.9% of Tirap District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Tirap District is 961 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Tirap District is listed as part of ARUNACHAL PRADESH State in INDIA.

1.12 Lac

Toatl Population

57.60 k

Male Population

54.37 k

Female Population

Tirap Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Tirap District current estimated population is projected to be 1.27 Lac (1,27,431), indicating a 13.8% increased from Tirap's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 65.23 k, and the estimated female population is 62.12 k.

Tirap Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Tirap District estimated population is projected to be 1.29 Lac (1,28,558), projecting a 14.81% increased from Tirap's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 65.79 k, and the estimated female population is 62.68 k.

Tirap Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Tirap District, with a total Christian population of 83.36 k (83,361), accounting for 74.45% of the Tirap District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 41.85 k (41,846), and the Christian female population is around 41.52 k (41,515).

Tirap Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Tirap District, with a total Hindu population of 20.68 k (20,682), accounting for 18.47% of the Tirap District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.50 k (11,503), and the Hindu female population is around 9.18 k (9,179).

Tirap Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian83,36174.45%
Hindu20,68218.47%
Other religions and persuasions5,3254.76%
Muslim1,1030.99%
Buddhist7780.69%
Religion not stated6220.56%
Sikh610.05%
Jain430.04%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Tirap Urban Population

The Urban population of Tirap District is 20.81 k (20,810), with 11.42 k (11,419) being males and 9.39 k (9,391) being females, making up 18.58% of the Tirap total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 823 females for every 1000 males.

Tirap Rural Population

The Rural population of Tirap District is 91.17 k (91,165), with 46.19 k (46,185) being males and 44.98 k (44,980) being females, making up 81.42% of the Tirap total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 974 females for every 1000 males.

Tirap Literacy Rate

Tirap District has a literacy rate of 52.19% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Tirap District is 61.87 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Tirap District is 41.89 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Tirap District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.8%, while in the rural regions of Tirap District, it is around 45.14%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Tirap

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 52.19 61.87 41.89
Urban Area 80.8 86.5 73.75
Rural Area 45.14 55.24 34.78

Literacy Rate by Religion in Tirap

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 45.51 55.35 35.67
Hindu 72.92 79.81 64.02
Other religions and persuasions 63.74 73 53.79
Muslim 67.88 73.83 58.13

Tirap Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes Population in Tirap District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Tirap District.

Tirap Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Tirap District is 98.37 k (98,372) with 49.37 k (49,365) males and 49.01 k (49,007) females, which is 87.85% of Tirap District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 993 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Tirap

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 944
Urban Area 823
Rural Area 974

Sex Ratio by Religion in Tirap

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 993
Hindu 798
Other religions and persuasions 927
Muslim 644

Tirap Area & Households

The Total Area of Tirap District is 2,362 Square KM, with a population density of 47 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Tirap District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Tirap District are 190.The Total Number of households in Tirap District are 20.61 k(20,611).

Tirap Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Tirap District, there are about 50.17 k (50,169) workers, making up nearly 44.8% of the Tirap District total population. Out of these, around 27.55 k (27,545) are male workers, and about 22.62 k (22,624) are female workers.

Tirap - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Tirap district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 41,364, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,11,975 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 35.37% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 22.33%.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.

Tirap District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 41,364 to 1,11,975.
  • The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 35.37%.
  • 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 41.36 k N.A N.A 21.10 k 20.27 k
1971 56.00 k 14.63 k 35.37375496 29.42 k 26.58 k
1981 66.44 k 10.44 k 18.6495464 35.00 k 31.44 k
1991 85.51 k 19.07 k 28.70151568 45.92 k 39.59 k
2001 1.00 Lac 14.82 k 17.32937269 52.54 k 47.79 k
2011 1.12 Lac 11.65 k 11.61114766 57.60 k 54.37 k

Historical Population of Tirap by Census Year 1901-2011

Tirap - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 1.27 Lac (1,27,431) 13.8%
2025 1.29 Lac (1,28,558) 14.81% 1.01 %
2026 1.30 Lac (1,29,685) 15.82% 1.01 %
2027 1.31 Lac (1,30,732) 16.75% 0.93 %
2028 1.32 Lac (1,31,698) 17.61% 0.86 %
2029 1.33 Lac (1,32,744) 18.55% 0.94 %
2030 1.34 Lac (1,33,791) 19.48% 0.93 %
2031 1.35 Lac (1,34,757) 20.35% 0.87 %
2032 1.36 Lac (1,35,562) 21.06% 0.71 %
2033 1.36 Lac (1,36,367) 21.78% 0.72 %
2034 1.37 Lac (1,37,172) 22.5% 0.72 %
2035 1.38 Lac (1,37,977) 23.22% 0.72 %
2036 1.39 Lac (1,38,782) 23.94% 0.72 %

Projected estimates indicate that Tirap District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.39 Lac (1,38,782), with a male population of 70.68 k (70,682) and a female population of 68.01 k (68,005). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Tirap District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.

Tirap Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Tirap is 1.12 Lac (1,11,975).

The estimated population of Tirap in 2024 is approximately 1.27 Lac (1,27,431).

Christian constitute 74.45% of Tirap population, amounting to approximately 83.36 k (83,361) people.

Hindu constitute 18.47% of Tirap population, totaling around 20.68 k (20,682) people.

Christian: 74.45%, Hindu: 18.47%, Other religions and persuasions: 4.76%, Muslim: 0.99%, Buddhist: 0.69%, Religion not stated: 0.56%, Sikh: 0.05%, Jain: 0.04%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Tirap is 0, and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 98.37 k (87.85%).

In Tirap, 20.81 k (18.58%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 91.17 k (81.42%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tirap is 52.19%, with male literacy at 61.87% and female literacy at 41.89%.

The sex ratio in Tirap is 944 females for every 1000 males.

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