Anand Population
As per the 2011 Census, Anand District has a population of 20.93 Lac (20,92,745) with 10.87 Lac (10,87,224) males and 10.06 Lac (10,05,521) females.The sex ratio in Anand is 925, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Anand District is 2.54 Lac (2,54,008) which is 12.14% of Anand District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Anand District is 884 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Anand District is listed as part of GUJARAT State in INDIA.
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Anand Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Anand District current estimated population is projected to be 25.00 Lac (25,00,314), indicating a 19.48% increased from Anand 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.09 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.91 Lac.
Anand Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Anand District estimated population is projected to be 25.30 Lac (25,29,823), projecting a 20.89% increased from Anand 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.25 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.05 Lac.
Anand Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Anand District, with a total Hindu population of 17.99 Lac (17,98,794), accounting for 85.95% of the Anand District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.37 Lac (9,36,575), and the Hindu female population is around 8.62 Lac (8,62,219).
Anand Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Anand District, with a total Muslim population of 2.51 Lac (2,50,919), accounting for 11.99% of the Anand District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.28 Lac (1,28,461), and the Muslim female population is around 1.22 Lac (1,22,458).
Anand Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 17,98,794 | 85.95% |
| Muslim | 2,50,919 | 11.99% |
| Christian | 29,789 | 1.42% |
| Jain | 8,591 | 0.41% |
| Religion not stated | 2,719 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 1,524 | 0.07% |
| Buddhist | 267 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 142 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAnand Urban Population
The Urban population of Anand District is 6.35 Lac (6,34,987), with 3.29 Lac (3,28,725) being males and 3.06 Lac (3,06,262) being females, making up 30.34% of the Anand total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Anand Rural Population
The Rural population of Anand District is 14.58 Lac (14,57,758), with 7.58 Lac (7,58,499) being males and 6.99 Lac (6,99,259) being females, making up 69.66% of the Anand total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Anand Literacy Rate
Anand District has a literacy rate of 84.37% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Anand District is 91.82 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Anand District is 76.36 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Anand District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.16%, while in the rural regions of Anand District, it is around 82.68%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Anand
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.37 | 91.82 | 76.36 |
| Urban Area | 88.16 | 93.07 | 82.93 |
| Rural Area | 82.68 | 91.27 | 73.43 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Anand
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83.65 | 91.49 | 75.19 |
| Muslim | 87.74 | 93.38 | 81.85 |
| Christian | 94.37 | 96.95 | 91.7 |
| Jain | 97.88 | 98.16 | 97.58 |
Anand Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Anand District is 1.04 Lac (1,04,465) with 54.48 k (54,476) males and 49.99 k (49,989) females, which is 4.99% of Anand District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Anand Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Anand District is 24.82 k (24,824) with 12.76 k (12,761) males and 12.06 k (12,063) females, which is 1.19% of Anand District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Anand
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 925 |
| Urban Area | 932 |
| Rural Area | 922 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Anand
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 921 |
| Muslim | 954 |
| Christian | 956 |
| Jain | 950 |
Anand Area & Households
The Total Area of Anand District is 3,204 Square KM, with a population density of 653 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Anand District are 15 and the Total Number of Villages in Anand District are 347.The Total Number of households in Anand District are 4.28 Lac(4,27,605).
Anand Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Anand District, there are about 8.45 Lac (8,44,794) workers, making up nearly 40.37% of the Anand District total population. Out of these, around 6.28 Lac (6,27,561) are male workers, and about 2.17 Lac (2,17,233) are female workers.
Anand - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Anand district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,12,296, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,92,745 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 23.42% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 13.94%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Anand District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,12,296 to 20,92,745.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 23.42%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.12 Lac | ----- | ----- | 2.70 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.02 Lac | -10.25 k | -2.000210816 | 2.69 Lac | 2.33 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.10 Lac | 7.90 k | 1.572954034 | 2.72 Lac | 2.38 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.55 Lac | 44.80 k | 8.785243928 | 2.96 Lac | 2.59 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.60 Lac | 1.05 Lac | 18.97264694 | 3.48 Lac | 3.12 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.96 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 20.6637616 | 4.18 Lac | 3.79 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.59 Lac | 1.62 Lac | 20.37391885 | 5.07 Lac | 4.51 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.74 Lac | 2.15 Lac | 22.44121553 | 6.24 Lac | 5.49 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.49 Lac | 2.75 Lac | 23.42128737 | 7.60 Lac | 6.88 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.43 Lac | 1.94 Lac | 13.38811016 | 8.59 Lac | 7.84 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.57 Lac | 2.14 Lac | 13.04365296 | 9.72 Lac | 8.85 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.93 Lac | 2.36 Lac | 12.70270649 | 10.87 Lac | 10.06 Lac |
Anand - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25.00 Lac (25,00,314) | 19.48% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.30 Lac (25,29,823) | 20.89% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.58 Lac (25,57,514) | 22.21% | 1.32 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 25.84 Lac (25,83,901) | 23.47% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 26.10 Lac (26,10,287) | 24.73% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.37 Lac (26,36,674) | 25.99% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 26.63 Lac (26,63,061) | 27.25% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 26.88 Lac (26,87,594) | 28.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 27.11 Lac (27,10,824) | 29.53% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 27.34 Lac (27,34,054) | 30.64% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 27.57 Lac (27,57,284) | 31.75% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 27.81 Lac (27,80,514) | 32.86% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 28.04 Lac (28,03,744) | 33.97% | 1.11 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Anand District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 28.04 Lac (28,03,744), with a male population of 14.71 Lac (14,70,892) and a female population of 13.33 Lac (13,32,751). This reflects a total growth of 33.97% from Anand District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.21%.