Dadra & Nagar Haveli Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dadra & Nagar Haveli State has a population of 3.44 Lac (3,43,709) with 1.94 Lac (1,93,760) males and 1.50 Lac (1,49,949) females.The sex ratio in Dadra & Nagar Haveli is 774, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 50.90 k (50,895) which is 14.81% of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 926 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is listed as part of the West region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dadra & Nagar Haveli Population Census 2011
- Dadra & Nagar Haveli 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
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dadra & Nagar Haveli State current estimated population is projected to be 7.44 Lac (7,44,382), indicating a 116.57% increased from Dadra & Nagar Haveli's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.54 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.89 Lac.
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dadra & Nagar Haveli State estimated population is projected to be 7.89 Lac (7,88,793), projecting a 129.49% increased from Dadra & Nagar Haveli's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.82 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.04 Lac.
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dadra & Nagar Haveli State, with a total Hindu population of 3.23 Lac (3,22,857), accounting for 93.93% of the Dadra & Nagar Haveli State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.82 Lac (1,81,976), and the Hindu female population is around 1.41 Lac (1,40,881).
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dadra & Nagar Haveli State, with a total Muslim population of 12.92 k (12,922), accounting for 3.76% of the Dadra & Nagar Haveli State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.70 k (7,701), and the Muslim female population is around 5.22 k (5,221).
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 3,22,857 | 93.93% |
| Muslim | 12,922 | 3.76% |
| Christian | 5,113 | 1.49% |
| Jain | 1,186 | 0.35% |
| Buddhist | 634 | 0.18% |
| Religion not stated | 487 | 0.14% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 293 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 217 | 0.06% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDadra & Nagar Haveli Urban Population
The Urban population of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 1.61 Lac (1,60,595), with 95.46 k (95,455) being males and 65.14 k (65,140) being females, making up 46.72% of the Dadra & Nagar Haveli total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 683 females for every 1000 males.
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Rural Population
The Rural population of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 1.83 Lac (1,83,114), with 98.31 k (98,305) being males and 84.81 k (84,809) being females, making up 53.28% of the Dadra & Nagar Haveli total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 863 females for every 1000 males.
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Literacy Rate
Dadra & Nagar Haveli State has a literacy rate of 76.24% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 85.17 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 64.32 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Dadra & Nagar Haveli State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.79%, while in the rural regions of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State, it is around 64.12%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dadra & Nagar Haveli
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.24 | 85.17 | 64.32 |
| Urban Area | 89.79 | 93.99 | 83.38 |
| Rural Area | 64.12 | 76.4 | 49.58 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dadra & Nagar Haveli
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.61 | 84.85 | 63.29 |
| Muslim | 86.57 | 89.98 | 81.27 |
| Christian | 81.84 | 88.43 | 75.39 |
| Jain | 97.55 | 98.76 | 96.18 |
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 6.19 k (6,186) with 3.34 k (3,339) males and 2.85 k (2,847) females, which is 1.8% of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 853 females for every 1000 males.
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 1.79 Lac (1,78,564) with 88.84 k (88,844) males and 89.72 k (89,720) females, which is 51.95% of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1010 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dadra & Nagar Haveli
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 774 |
| Urban Area | 683 |
| Rural Area | 863 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dadra & Nagar Haveli
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 775 |
| Muslim | 678 |
| Christian | 1002 |
| Jain | 877 |
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Area & Households
The Total Area of Dadra & Nagar Haveli State is 491 Square KM, with a population density of 700 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dadra & Nagar Haveli State are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Dadra & Nagar Haveli State are 65.The Total Number of households in Dadra & Nagar Haveli State are 76.46 k(76,458).
Dadra & Nagar Haveli Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dadra & Nagar Haveli State, there are about 1.57 Lac (1,57,161) workers, making up nearly 45.73% of the Dadra & Nagar Haveli State total population. Out of these, around 1.19 Lac (1,19,293) are male workers, and about 37.87 k (37,868) are female workers.
Dadra & Nagar Haveli - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Dadra & Nagar Haveli state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 24,280, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 3,43,709 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 59.22% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 28.56%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1900) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Dadra & Nagar Haveli State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 24,280 to 3,43,709.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 59.22%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | 24.28 k | --- | ---- | 12.39 k | 11.89 k |
| 1910 | 29.02 k | 4.74 k | 19.52224053 | 14.75 k | 14.27 k |
| 1921 | 31.05 k | 2.03 k | 6.988283942 | 16.01 k | 15.04 k |
| 1931 | 38.26 k | 7.21 k | 23.22854934 | 20.02 k | 18.24 k |
| 1940 | 40.44 k | 2.18 k | 5.700470465 | 21.01 k | 19.43 k |
| 1950 | 41.53 k | 1.09 k | 2.697757227 | 21.35 k | 20.19 k |
| 1962 | 57.96 k | 16.43 k | 39.56226524 | 29.52 k | 28.44 k |
| 1971 | 74.17 k | 16.21 k | 27.9609406 | 36.96 k | 37.21 k |
| 1981 | 1.04 Lac | 29.51 k | 39.78158285 | 52.52 k | 51.16 k |
| 1991 | 1.38 Lac | 34.80 k | 33.56707435 | 70.95 k | 67.52 k |
| 2001 | 2.20 Lac | 82.01 k | 59.22499765 | 1.22 Lac | 98.82 k |
| 2011 | 3.44 Lac | 1.23 Lac | 55.88416708 | 1.94 Lac | 1.50 Lac |
Dadra & Nagar Haveli - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.44 Lac (7,44,382) | 116.57% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.89 Lac (7,88,793) | 129.49% | 12.92 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 8.46 Lac (8,45,756) | 146.07% | 16.58 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 9.11 Lac (9,11,409) | 165.17% | 19.1 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 9.77 Lac (9,77,061) | 184.27% | 19.1 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 10.44 Lac (10,43,679) | 203.65% | 19.38 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 11.09 Lac (11,09,331) | 222.75% | 19.1 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.96 Lac (11,96,224) | 248.03% | 25.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 12.98 Lac (12,97,599) | 277.53% | 29.5 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.99 Lac (13,98,973) | 307.02% | 29.49 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 15.00 Lac (15,00,348) | 336.52% | 29.5 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 16.02 Lac (16,01,723) | 366.01% | 29.49 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 17.03 Lac (17,03,098) | 395.51% | 29.5 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dadra & Nagar Haveli State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 17.03 Lac (17,03,098), with a male population of 11.24 Lac (11,24,192) and a female population of 5.73 Lac (5,72,709). This reflects a total growth of 395.51% from Dadra & Nagar Haveli State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 23.25%.