Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Diu District

Diu Population

As per the 2011 Census, Diu District has a population of 52.07 k (52,074) with 25.64 k (25,642) males and 26.43 k (26,432) females.The sex ratio in Diu is 1031, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Diu District is 6.48 k (6,476) which is 12.44% of Diu District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Diu District is 930 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Diu District is listed as part of DAMAN & DIU State in INDIA.

52.07 k

Toatl Population

25.64 k

Male Population

26.43 k

Female Population

Diu Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Diu District current estimated population is projected to be 1.31 Lac (1,31,318), indicating a 152.17% increased from Diu's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 76.76 k, and the estimated female population is 46.19 k.

Diu Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Diu District estimated population is projected to be 1.41 Lac (1,41,197), projecting a 171.15% increased from Diu's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 83.26 k, and the estimated female population is 48.14 k.

Diu Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Diu District, with a total Hindu population of 48.61 k (48,613), accounting for 93.35% of the Diu District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 23.91 k (23,909), and the Hindu female population is around 24.70 k (24,704).

Diu Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Diu District, with a total Muslim population of 3.19 k (3,190), accounting for 6.13% of the Diu District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.60 k (1,604), and the Muslim female population is around 1.59 k (1,586).

Diu Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu48,61393.35%
Muslim3,1906.13%
Christian2020.39%
Jain430.08%
Religion not stated220.04%
Sikh30.01%
Buddhist10%
Other religions and persuasions00%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Diu Urban Population

The Urban population of Diu District is 23.99 k (23,991), with 11.61 k (11,614) being males and 12.38 k (12,377) being females, making up 46.07% of the Diu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1066 females for every 1000 males.

Diu Rural Population

The Rural population of Diu District is 28.08 k (28,083), with 14.03 k (14,028) being males and 14.06 k (14,055) being females, making up 53.93% of the Diu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1002 females for every 1000 males.

Diu Literacy Rate

Diu District has a literacy rate of 83.46% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Diu District is 91.21 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Diu District is 76.06 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Diu District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.24%, while in the rural regions of Diu District, it is around 75.62%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Diu

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 83.46 91.21 76.06
Urban Area 92.24 97.52 87.37
Rural Area 75.62 85.78 65.57

Literacy Rate by Religion in Diu

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 83.05 90.91 75.55
Muslim 88.6 95.23 82.08
Christian 98.41 97.78 98.99
Jain 94.87 100 89.47

Diu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Diu District is 1.86 k (1,862) with 927 (927) males and 935 (935) females, which is 3.58% of Diu District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1009 females for every 1000 males.

Diu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Diu District is 123 (123) with 69 (69) males and 54 (54) females, which is 0.24% of Diu District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 783 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Diu

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 1031
Urban Area 1066
Rural Area 1002

Sex Ratio by Religion in Diu

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 1034
Muslim 989
Christian 1105
Jain 870

Diu Area & Households

The Total Area of Diu District is 39 Square KM, with a population density of 1,335 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Diu District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Diu District are 4.The Total Number of households in Diu District are 10.58 k(10,580).

Diu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Diu District, there are about 15.75 k (15,750) workers, making up nearly 30.25% of the Diu District total population. Out of these, around 12.93 k (12,932) are male workers, and about 2.82 k (2,818) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Diu district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 14,614, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 52,074 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 67.45% 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 14.76%.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.

Diu District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 14,614 to 52,074.
  • The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 67.45%.
  • 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 14.61 k ---- ---- 7.56 k 7.05 k
1910 14.17 k -444 -3.038182565 7.05 k 7.12 k
1921 13.84 k -326 -2.300635145 6.18 k 7.66 k
1931 16.69 k 2.84 k 20.54319561 7.39 k 9.29 k
1940 19.73 k 3.04 k 18.23465964 9.24 k 10.49 k
1950 21.14 k 1.41 k 7.13091075 9.85 k 11.28 k
1960 14.28 k -6.86 k -32.44393982 6.06 k 8.22 k
1971 23.91 k 9.63 k 67.45098039 10.78 k 13.13 k
1981 30.42 k 6.51 k 27.22064236 14.22 k 16.20 k
1991 39.49 k 9.06 k 29.79520726 19.13 k 20.36 k
2001 44.22 k 4.73 k 11.97923262 20.88 k 23.34 k
2011 52.07 k 7.86 k 17.77451091 25.64 k 26.43 k

Historical Population of Diu by Census Year 1901-2011

Diu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 1.31 Lac (1,31,318) 152.17%
2025 1.41 Lac (1,41,197) 171.15% 18.98 %
2026 1.56 Lac (1,55,605) 198.81% 27.66 %
2027 1.73 Lac (1,73,306) 232.81% 34 %
2028 1.91 Lac (1,91,007) 266.8% 33.99 %
2029 2.09 Lac (2,08,914) 301.19% 34.39 %
2030 2.27 Lac (2,26,615) 335.18% 33.99 %
2031 2.54 Lac (2,53,990) 387.75% 52.57 %
2032 2.88 Lac (2,88,157) 453.36% 65.61 %
2033 3.23 Lac (3,22,530) 519.37% 66.01 %
2034 3.57 Lac (3,56,697) 584.98% 65.61 %
2035 3.91 Lac (3,90,864) 650.59% 65.61 %
2036 4.25 Lac (4,25,237) 716.6% 66.01 %

Projected estimates indicate that Diu District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 4.25 Lac (4,25,237), with a male population of 2.85 Lac (2,85,471) and a female population of 85.42 k (85,418). This reflects a total growth of 716.6% from Diu District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 47.04%.

Diu Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Diu is 52.07 k (52,074).

The estimated population of Diu in 2024 is approximately 1.31 Lac (1,31,318).

Hindu constitute 93.35% of Diu population, amounting to approximately 48.61 k (48,613) people.

Muslim constitute 6.13% of Diu population, totaling around 3.19 k (3,190) people.

Hindu: 93.35%, Muslim: 6.13%, Christian: 0.39%, Jain: 0.08%, Religion not stated: 0.04%, Sikh: 0.01%, Buddhist: 0%, Other religions and persuasions: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Diu is 1.86 k (3.58%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 123 (0.24%).

In Diu, 23.99 k (46.07%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 28.08 k (53.93%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Diu is 83.46%, with male literacy at 91.21% and female literacy at 76.06%.

The sex ratio in Diu is 1031 females for every 1000 males.

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