Nichar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nichar Tehsil has a population of 27.68 k (27,683) with 15.46 k (15,463) males and 12.22 k (12,220) females.The sex ratio in Nichar is 791, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nichar Tehsil is 2.95 k (2,951) which is 10.66% of Nichar Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nichar Tehsil is 942 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Nichar Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Kinnaur District in the state of HIMACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Nichar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nichar Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 30.20 k (30,203), indicating a 9.1% increased from Nichar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.86 k, and the estimated female population is 13.34 k.
Nichar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nichar Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 30.35 k (30,352), projecting a 9.64% increased from Nichar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.95 k, and the estimated female population is 13.40 k.
Nichar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nichar Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 26.89 k (26,890), accounting for 97.14% of the Nichar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 14.93 k (14,931), and the Hindu female population is around 11.96 k (11,959).
Nichar Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Nichar Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 394 (394), accounting for 1.42% of the Nichar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 198 (198), and the Buddhist female population is around 196 (196).
Nichar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 26,890 | 97.14% |
| Buddhist | 394 | 1.42% |
| Christian | 142 | 0.51% |
| Muslim | 139 | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 54 | 0.2% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 37 | 0.13% |
| Religion not stated | 22 | 0.08% |
| Jain | 5 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNichar Urban Population
The Urban population of Nichar Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Nichar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Nichar Rural Population
The Rural population of Nichar Tehsil is 27.68 k (27,683), with 15.46 k (15,463) being males and 12.22 k (12,220) being females, making up 100% of the Nichar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 791 females for every 1000 males.
Nichar Literacy Rate
Nichar Tehsil has a literacy rate of 79.59% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nichar Tehsil is 86.93 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nichar Tehsil is 70.09 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nichar Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Nichar Tehsil, it is around 79.59%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nichar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.59 | 86.93 | 70.09 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 79.59 | 86.93 | 70.09 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nichar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 79.58 | 87.08 | 70.04 |
| Buddhist | 73.13 | 74.3 | 71.98 |
| Christian | 81.15 | 84.78 | 70 |
| Muslim | 83.46 | 83.47 | 83.33 |
Nichar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nichar Tehsil is 7.00 k (6,998) with 3.54 k (3,541) males and 3.46 k (3,457) females, which is 25.28% of Nichar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 977 females for every 1000 males.
Nichar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nichar Tehsil is 13.93 k (13,933) with 6.88 k (6,878) males and 7.06 k (7,055) females, which is 50.33% of Nichar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1026 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nichar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 791 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nichar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 801 |
| Buddhist | 990 |
| Christian | 353 |
| Muslim | 121 |
Nichar Area & Households
The Total Area of Nichar Tehsil is 1,141.32 Square KM, with a population density of 24 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Nichar Tehsil are 188.The Total Number of households in Nichar Tehsil are 6.68 k(6,681).
Nichar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nichar Tehsil, there are about 17.92 k (17,922) workers, making up nearly 64.74% of the Nichar Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 11.04 k (11,043) are male workers, and about 6.88 k (6,879) are female workers.
Nichar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 30.20 k (30,203) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 30.35 k (30,352) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 30.48 k (30,476) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 30.58 k (30,581) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 30.69 k (30,689) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 30.79 k (30,793) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 30.90 k (30,902) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.98 k (30,978) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 31.04 k (31,038) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 31.10 k (31,098) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 31.15 k (31,154) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.22 k (31,215) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.28 k (31,275) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nichar Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.28 k (31,275), with a male population of 17.46 k (17,457) and a female population of 13.82 k (13,816). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Nichar Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.