Pernem Population
As per the 2011 Census, Pernem Tehsil has a population of 75.75 k (75,747) with 38.65 k (38,652) males and 37.10 k (37,095) females.The sex ratio in Pernem is 960, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Pernem Tehsil is 6.90 k (6,902) which is 9.11% of Pernem Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Pernem Tehsil is 912 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Pernem Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the North Goa District in the state of GOA in India.
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Pernem Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Pernem Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 82.06 k (82,055), indicating a 8.33% increased from Pernem's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 41.62 k, and the estimated female population is 40.43 k.
Pernem Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Pernem Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 82.47 k (82,469), projecting a 8.87% increased from Pernem's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 41.83 k, and the estimated female population is 40.69 k.
Pernem Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Pernem Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 67.33 k (67,330), accounting for 88.89% of the Pernem Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 34.39 k (34,393), and the Hindu female population is around 32.94 k (32,937).
Pernem Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Pernem Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 7.74 k (7,735), accounting for 10.21% of the Pernem Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 3.89 k (3,887), and the Christian female population is around 3.85 k (3,848).
Pernem Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 67,330 | 88.89% |
| Christian | 7,735 | 10.21% |
| Muslim | 539 | 0.71% |
| Religion not stated | 96 | 0.13% |
| Buddhist | 22 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 14 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 6 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 5 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPernem Urban Population
The Urban population of Pernem Tehsil is 30.07 k (30,066), with 15.20 k (15,202) being males and 14.86 k (14,864) being females, making up 39.69% of the Pernem total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Pernem Rural Population
The Rural population of Pernem Tehsil is 45.68 k (45,681), with 23.45 k (23,450) being males and 22.23 k (22,231) being females, making up 60.31% of the Pernem total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 949 females for every 1000 males.
Pernem Literacy Rate
Pernem Tehsil has a literacy rate of 88.05% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Pernem Tehsil is 92.9 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Pernem Tehsil is 83.02 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Pernem Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.65%, while in the rural regions of Pernem Tehsil, it is around 86.98%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Pernem
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88.05 | 92.9 | 83.02 |
| Urban Area | 89.65 | 94.27 | 84.96 |
| Rural Area | 86.98 | 92 | 81.7 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Pernem
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 88.17 | 93 | 83.14 |
| Christian | 87.68 | 92.95 | 82.43 |
| Muslim | 82.65 | 83.2 | 81.99 |
| Religion not stated | 62.65 | 68 | 54.55 |
Pernem Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Pernem Tehsil is 3.07 k (3,070) with 1.49 k (1,488) males and 1.58 k (1,582) females, which is 4.05% of Pernem Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1064 females for every 1000 males.
Pernem Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Pernem Tehsil is 46 (46) with 24 (24) males and 22 (22) females, which is 0.06% of Pernem Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Pernem
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 |
| Urban Area | 978 |
| Rural Area | 949 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Pernem
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 958 |
| Christian | 990 |
| Muslim | 898 |
| Religion not stated | 685 |
Pernem Area & Households
The Total Area of Pernem Tehsil is 251.68 Square KM, with a population density of 301 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Pernem Tehsil are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Pernem Tehsil are 23.The Total Number of households in Pernem Tehsil are 17.25 k(17,248).
Pernem Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Pernem Tehsil, there are about 28.44 k (28,438) workers, making up nearly 37.54% of the Pernem Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 21.58 k (21,577) are male workers, and about 6.86 k (6,861) are female workers.
Pernem - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 82.06 k (82,055) | 8.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 82.47 k (82,469) | 8.87% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 82.88 k (82,883) | 9.42% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 83.25 k (83,245) | 9.9% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 83.61 k (83,607) | 10.38% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 83.97 k (83,969) | 10.85% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 84.33 k (84,330) | 11.33% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 84.64 k (84,641) | 11.74% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 84.95 k (84,951) | 12.15% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 85.26 k (85,261) | 12.56% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 85.52 k (85,520) | 12.9% | 0.34 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 85.83 k (85,830) | 13.31% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 86.14 k (86,140) | 13.72% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Pernem Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 86.14 k (86,140), with a male population of 43.45 k (43,445) and a female population of 42.69 k (42,688). This reflects a total growth of 13.72% from Pernem Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.45%.