Daman Population
As per the 2011 Census, Daman District has a population of 1.91 Lac (1,91,173) with 1.25 Lac (1,24,659) males and 66.51 k (66,514) females.The sex ratio in Daman is 534, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Daman District is 20.46 k (20,458) which is 10.7% of Daman District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Daman District is 897 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Daman District is listed as part of DAMAN & DIU State in INDIA.
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Daman Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Daman District current estimated population is projected to be 4.82 Lac (4,82,089), indicating a 152.17% increased from Daman's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.73 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.16 Lac.
Daman Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Daman District estimated population is projected to be 5.18 Lac (5,18,359), projecting a 171.15% increased from Daman's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.05 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.21 Lac.
Daman Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Daman District, with a total Hindu population of 1.72 Lac (1,71,537), accounting for 89.73% of the Daman District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.13 Lac (1,13,059), and the Hindu female population is around 58.48 k (58,478).
Daman Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Daman District, with a total Muslim population of 16.09 k (16,087), accounting for 8.41% of the Daman District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 9.74 k (9,743), and the Muslim female population is around 6.34 k (6,344).
Daman Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,71,537 | 89.73% |
| Muslim | 16,087 | 8.41% |
| Christian | 2,618 | 1.37% |
| Jain | 244 | 0.13% |
| Religion not stated | 223 | 0.12% |
| Buddhist | 216 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 169 | 0.09% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 79 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDaman Urban Population
The Urban population of Daman District is 1.59 Lac (1,58,860), with 1.06 Lac (1,06,292) being males and 52.57 k (52,568) being females, making up 83.1% of the Daman total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 495 females for every 1000 males.
Daman Rural Population
The Rural population of Daman District is 32.31 k (32,313), with 18.37 k (18,367) being males and 13.95 k (13,946) being females, making up 16.9% of the Daman total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 760 females for every 1000 males.
Daman Literacy Rate
Daman District has a literacy rate of 88.07% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Daman District is 91.61 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Daman District is 80.98 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Daman District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.46%, while in the rural regions of Daman District, it is around 86.15%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Daman
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88.07 | 91.61 | 80.98 |
| Urban Area | 88.46 | 91.53 | 81.75 |
| Rural Area | 86.15 | 92.07 | 78.19 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Daman
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 88.2 | 91.82 | 80.68 |
| Muslim | 85.32 | 88.24 | 80.61 |
| Christian | 93.97 | 95.65 | 92.24 |
| Jain | 96.4 | 98.23 | 94.5 |
Daman Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Daman District is 4.26 k (4,262) with 2.22 k (2,224) males and 2.04 k (2,038) females, which is 2.23% of Daman District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Daman Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Daman District is 15.24 k (15,240) with 7.70 k (7,702) males and 7.54 k (7,538) females, which is 7.97% of Daman District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Daman
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 |
| Urban Area | 495 |
| Rural Area | 760 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Daman
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 518 |
| Muslim | 652 |
| Christian | 970 |
| Jain | 968 |
Daman Area & Households
The Total Area of Daman District is 72 Square KM, with a population density of 2,655 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Daman District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Daman District are 15.The Total Number of households in Daman District are 50.38 k(50,376).
Daman Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Daman District, there are about 1.06 Lac (1,05,521) workers, making up nearly 55.2% of the Daman District total population. Out of these, around 94.50 k (94,502) are male workers, and about 11.02 k (11,019) are female workers.
Daman - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Daman district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 17,391, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,91,173 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 83.55% 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 28.05%.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 District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 17,391 to 1,91,173.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 83.55%.
- 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 | 17.39 k | ---- | ---- | 8.48 k | 8.91 k |
| 1910 | 18.30 k | 909 | 5.22684147 | 8.87 k | 9.43 k |
| 1921 | 17.57 k | -734 | -4.010928962 | 8.48 k | 9.09 k |
| 1931 | 19.74 k | 2.18 k | 12.38187407 | 10.05 k | 9.69 k |
| 1940 | 23.08 k | 3.34 k | 16.91403678 | 11.34 k | 11.74 k |
| 1950 | 27.47 k | 4.39 k | 19.03379549 | 13.02 k | 14.45 k |
| 1960 | 22.39 k | -5.08 k | -18.50180177 | 10.85 k | 11.54 k |
| 1971 | 38.74 k | 16.35 k | 73.019205 | 19.07 k | 19.67 k |
| 1981 | 48.56 k | 9.82 k | 25.35171274 | 24.07 k | 24.49 k |
| 1991 | 62.10 k | 13.54 k | 27.88509061 | 32.47 k | 29.63 k |
| 2001 | 1.14 Lac | 51.89 k | 83.55421008 | 71.63 k | 42.36 k |
| 2011 | 1.91 Lac | 77.18 k | 67.71179675 | 1.25 Lac | 66.51 k |
Daman - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4.82 Lac (4,82,089) | 152.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 5.18 Lac (5,18,359) | 171.15% | 18.98 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 5.71 Lac (5,71,253) | 198.81% | 27.66 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 6.36 Lac (6,36,236) | 232.81% | 34 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.01 Lac (7,01,220) | 266.8% | 33.99 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.67 Lac (7,66,959) | 301.19% | 34.39 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 8.32 Lac (8,31,943) | 335.18% | 33.99 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 9.32 Lac (9,32,441) | 387.75% | 52.57 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 10.58 Lac (10,57,875) | 453.36% | 65.61 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.84 Lac (11,84,064) | 519.37% | 66.01 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.09 Lac (13,09,498) | 584.98% | 65.61 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 14.35 Lac (14,34,931) | 650.59% | 65.61 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 15.61 Lac (15,61,121) | 716.6% | 66.01 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Daman District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 15.61 Lac (15,61,121), with a male population of 13.88 Lac (13,87,818) and a female population of 2.15 Lac (2,14,946). This reflects a total growth of 716.6% from Daman District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 47.04%.