Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Narmada District

Narmada Population

As per the 2011 Census, Narmada District has a population of 5.90 Lac (5,90,297) with 3.01 Lac (3,01,086) males and 2.89 Lac (2,89,211) females.The sex ratio in Narmada is 961, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Narmada District is 78.12 k (78,123) which is 13.23% of Narmada District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Narmada District is 941 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Narmada District is listed as part of GUJARAT State in INDIA.

5.90 Lac

Toatl Population

3.01 Lac

Male Population

2.89 Lac

Female Population

Narmada Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Narmada District current estimated population is projected to be 7.05 Lac (7,05,260), indicating a 19.48% increased from Narmada's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.62 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.43 Lac.

Narmada Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Narmada District estimated population is projected to be 7.14 Lac (7,13,583), projecting a 20.89% increased from Narmada's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.47 Lac.

Narmada Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Narmada District, with a total Hindu population of 5.60 Lac (5,59,848), accounting for 94.84% of the Narmada District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.86 Lac (2,85,703), and the Hindu female population is around 2.74 Lac (2,74,145).

Narmada Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Narmada District, with a total Muslim population of 22.60 k (22,600), accounting for 3.83% of the Narmada District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 11.54 k (11,538), and the Muslim female population is around 11.06 k (11,062).

Narmada Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu5,59,84894.84%
Muslim22,6003.83%
Christian4,4130.75%
Other religions and persuasions2,0780.35%
Religion not stated7580.13%
Jain3730.06%
Sikh1470.02%
Buddhist800.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Narmada Urban Population

The Urban population of Narmada District is 61.87 k (61,872), with 31.68 k (31,678) being males and 30.19 k (30,194) being females, making up 10.48% of the Narmada total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 954 females for every 1000 males.

Narmada Rural Population

The Rural population of Narmada District is 5.28 Lac (5,28,425), with 2.69 Lac (2,69,408) being males and 2.59 Lac (2,59,017) being females, making up 89.52% of the Narmada total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 962 females for every 1000 males.

Narmada Literacy Rate

Narmada District has a literacy rate of 72.31% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Narmada District is 81.19 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Narmada District is 63.09 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Narmada District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.48%, while in the rural regions of Narmada District, it is around 70.46%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Narmada

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 72.31 81.19 63.09
Urban Area 87.48 92.34 82.41
Rural Area 70.46 79.83 60.74

Literacy Rate by Religion in Narmada

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 71.73 80.73 62.38
Muslim 85.68 91.92 79.14
Christian 77.52 85.16 70.39
Other religions and persuasions 66.7 75.06 58.97

Narmada Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Narmada District is 8.73 k (8,733) with 4.47 k (4,465) males and 4.27 k (4,268) females, which is 1.48% of Narmada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 956 females for every 1000 males.

Narmada Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Narmada District is 4.81 Lac (4,81,392) with 2.45 Lac (2,44,524) males and 2.37 Lac (2,36,868) females, which is 81.55% of Narmada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 969 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Narmada

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 961
Urban Area 954
Rural Area 962

Sex Ratio by Religion in Narmada

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 960
Muslim 959
Christian 1089
Other religions and persuasions 1064

Narmada Area & Households

The Total Area of Narmada District is 2,817 Square KM, with a population density of 210 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Narmada District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Narmada District are 609.The Total Number of households in Narmada District are 1.22 Lac(1,22,174).

Narmada Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Narmada District, there are about 2.95 Lac (2,94,795) workers, making up nearly 49.94% of the Narmada District total population. Out of these, around 1.74 Lac (1,74,282) are male workers, and about 1.21 Lac (1,20,513) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Narmada district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,05,930, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,90,297 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 29.78% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.12%.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.

Narmada District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,05,930 to 5,90,297.
  • The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 29.78%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 1.06 Lac ----- ----- 54.23 k 51.70 k
1911 1.22 Lac 15.97 k 15.0769376 63.00 k 58.91 k
1921 1.25 Lac 3.04 k 2.493826958 64.50 k 60.44 k
1931 1.42 Lac 17.23 k 13.7913095 74.12 k 68.06 k
1941 1.70 Lac 27.51 k 19.34769153 88.05 k 81.63 k
1951 1.89 Lac 19.09 k 11.24829826 97.40 k 91.36 k
1961 2.45 Lac 56.22 k 29.7830636 1.26 Lac 1.19 Lac
1971 3.12 Lac 67.11 k 27.39351389 1.59 Lac 1.53 Lac
1981 3.75 Lac 62.85 k 20.1364969 1.92 Lac 1.83 Lac
1991 4.49 Lac 74.44 k 19.85277644 2.31 Lac 2.19 Lac
2001 5.14 Lac 65.03 k 14.47073275 2.64 Lac 2.50 Lac
2011 5.90 Lac 75.89 k 14.7535789 3.01 Lac 2.89 Lac

Historical Population of Narmada by Census Year 1901-2011

Narmada - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 7.05 Lac (7,05,260) 19.48%
2025 7.14 Lac (7,13,583) 20.89% 1.41 %
2026 7.21 Lac (7,21,394) 22.21% 1.32 %
2027 7.29 Lac (7,28,837) 23.47% 1.26 %
2028 7.36 Lac (7,36,280) 24.73% 1.26 %
2029 7.44 Lac (7,43,722) 25.99% 1.26 %
2030 7.51 Lac (7,51,165) 27.25% 1.26 %
2031 7.58 Lac (7,58,085) 28.42% 1.17 %
2032 7.65 Lac (7,64,638) 29.53% 1.11 %
2033 7.71 Lac (7,71,190) 30.64% 1.11 %
2034 7.78 Lac (7,77,743) 31.75% 1.11 %
2035 7.84 Lac (7,84,295) 32.86% 1.11 %
2036 7.91 Lac (7,90,847) 33.97% 1.11 %

Projected estimates indicate that Narmada District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.91 Lac (7,90,847), with a male population of 4.07 Lac (4,07,336) and a female population of 3.83 Lac (3,83,330). This reflects a total growth of 33.97% from Narmada District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.36%.