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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Narmada Population Census 2011
- Narmada Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 5,59,848 | 94.84% |
| Muslim | 22,600 | 3.83% |
| Christian | 4,413 | 0.75% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2,078 | 0.35% |
| Religion not stated | 758 | 0.13% |
| Jain | 373 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 147 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 80 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNarmada 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 |
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 1.21%.