Districts in Daman & Diu State

Daman & Diu Population

As per the 2011 Census, Daman & Diu State has a population of 2.43 Lac (2,43,247) with 1.50 Lac (1,50,301) males and 92.95 k (92,946) females.The sex ratio in Daman & Diu is 619, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Daman & Diu State is 26.93 k (26,934) which is 11.07% of Daman & Diu State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Daman & Diu State is 905 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Daman & Diu State is listed as part of the West region of India .

2.43 Lac

Toatl Population

1.50 Lac

Male Population

92.95 k

Female Population

Daman & Diu Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Daman & Diu State current estimated population is projected to be 6.13 Lac (6,13,406), indicating a 152.17% increased from Daman & Diu's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.50 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.62 Lac.

Daman & Diu Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Daman & Diu State estimated population is projected to be 6.60 Lac (6,59,556), projecting a 171.15% increased from Daman & Diu's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.88 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.69 Lac.

Daman & Diu Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Daman & Diu State, with a total Hindu population of 2.20 Lac (2,20,150), accounting for 90.5% of the Daman & Diu State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.37 Lac (1,36,968), and the Hindu female population is around 83.18 k (83,182).

Daman & Diu Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Daman & Diu State, with a total Muslim population of 19.28 k (19,277), accounting for 7.92% of the Daman & Diu State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 11.35 k (11,347), and the Muslim female population is around 7.93 k (7,930).

Daman & Diu Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu2,20,15090.5%
Muslim19,2777.92%
Christian2,8201.16%
Jain2870.12%
Religion not stated2450.1%
Buddhist2170.09%
Sikh1720.07%
Other religions and persuasions790.03%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Daman & Diu Urban Population

The Urban population of Daman & Diu State is 1.83 Lac (1,82,851), with 1.18 Lac (1,17,906) being males and 64.95 k (64,945) being females, making up 75.17% of the Daman & Diu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 551 females for every 1000 males.

Daman & Diu Rural Population

The Rural population of Daman & Diu State is 60.40 k (60,396), with 32.40 k (32,395) being males and 28.00 k (28,001) being females, making up 24.83% of the Daman & Diu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 865 females for every 1000 males.

Daman & Diu Literacy Rate

Daman & Diu State has a literacy rate of 87.1% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Daman & Diu State is 91.54 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Daman & Diu State is 79.55 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Daman & Diu State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.96%, while in the rural regions of Daman & Diu State, it is around 81.36%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Daman & Diu

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 87.1 91.54 79.55
Urban Area 88.96 92.1 82.88
Rural Area 81.36 89.43 71.93

Literacy Rate by Religion in Daman & Diu

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 87.08 91.67 79.12
Muslim 85.86 89.21 80.92
Christian 94.29 95.8 92.76
Jain 96.17 98.5 93.75

Daman & Diu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Daman & Diu State is 6.12 k (6,124) with 3.15 k (3,151) males and 2.97 k (2,973) females, which is 2.52% of Daman & Diu State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 944 females for every 1000 males.

Daman & Diu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Daman & Diu State is 15.36 k (15,363) with 7.77 k (7,771) males and 7.59 k (7,592) females, which is 6.32% of Daman & Diu State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 977 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Daman & Diu

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 619
Urban Area 551
Rural Area 865

Sex Ratio by Religion in Daman & Diu

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 608
Muslim 699
Christian 979
Jain 953

Daman & Diu Area & Households

The Total Area of Daman & Diu State is 111 Square KM, with a population density of 2,191 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Daman & Diu State are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Daman & Diu State are 19.The Total Number of households in Daman & Diu State are 60.96 k(60,956).

Daman & Diu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Daman & Diu State, there are about 1.21 Lac (1,21,271) workers, making up nearly 49.86% of the Daman & Diu State total population. Out of these, around 1.07 Lac (1,07,434) are male workers, and about 13.84 k (13,837) are female workers.

Daman & Diu - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Daman & Diu state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 32,005, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 2,43,247 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 70.85% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1960 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 23.25%.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.

Daman & Diu State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 32,005 to 2,43,247.
  • The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 70.85%.
  • The year 1960 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1900 32.01 k ---- ---- 16.05 k 15.96 k
1910 32.47 k 465 1.452897985 15.92 k 16.55 k
1921 31.41 k -1.06 k -3.264551894 14.66 k 16.75 k
1931 36.43 k 5.02 k 15.97898758 17.45 k 18.98 k
1940 42.81 k 6.38 k 17.51900958 20.58 k 22.23 k
1950 48.61 k 5.80 k 13.54791993 22.87 k 25.74 k
1960 36.67 k -11.94 k -24.564399 16.91 k 19.76 k
1971 62.65 k 25.98 k 70.85083174 29.85 k 32.80 k
1981 78.98 k 16.33 k 26.0650269 38.30 k 40.68 k
1991 1.02 Lac 22.61 k 28.62080754 51.60 k 49.99 k
2001 1.58 Lac 56.62 k 55.73405784 92.51 k 65.69 k
2011 2.43 Lac 85.04 k 53.755278 1.50 Lac 92.95 k

Historical Population of Daman & Diu by Census Year 1901-2011

Daman & Diu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 6.13 Lac (6,13,406) 152.17%
2025 6.60 Lac (6,59,556) 171.15% 18.98 %
2026 7.27 Lac (7,26,857) 198.81% 27.66 %
2027 8.10 Lac (8,09,542) 232.81% 34 %
2028 8.92 Lac (8,92,227) 266.8% 33.99 %
2029 9.76 Lac (9,75,873) 301.19% 34.39 %
2030 10.59 Lac (10,58,558) 335.18% 33.99 %
2031 11.86 Lac (11,86,431) 387.75% 52.57 %
2032 13.46 Lac (13,46,031) 453.36% 65.61 %
2033 15.07 Lac (15,06,594) 519.37% 66.01 %
2034 16.66 Lac (16,66,194) 584.98% 65.61 %
2035 18.26 Lac (18,25,795) 650.59% 65.61 %
2036 19.86 Lac (19,86,357) 716.6% 66.01 %

Projected estimates indicate that Daman & Diu State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.86 Lac (19,86,357), with a male population of 16.73 Lac (16,73,288) and a female population of 3.00 Lac (3,00,363). This reflects a total growth of 716.6% from Daman & Diu State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 47.04%.

Daman & Diu Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Daman & Diu is 2.43 Lac (2,43,247).

The estimated population of Daman & Diu in 2024 is approximately 6.13 Lac (6,13,406).

Hindu constitute 90.5% of Daman & Diu population, amounting to approximately 2.20 Lac (2,20,150) people.

Muslim constitute 7.92% of Daman & Diu population, totaling around 19.28 k (19,277) people.

Hindu: 90.5%, Muslim: 7.92%, Christian: 1.16%, Jain: 0.12%, Religion not stated: 0.1%, Buddhist: 0.09%, Sikh: 0.07%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.03%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Daman & Diu is 6.12 k (2.52%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 15.36 k (6.32%).

In Daman & Diu, 1.83 Lac (75.17%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 60.40 k (24.83%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Daman & Diu is 87.1%, with male literacy at 91.54% and female literacy at 79.55%.

The sex ratio in Daman & Diu is 619 females for every 1000 males.

Daman & Diu population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 47.04% up to 2036.