Nanded Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nanded District has a population of 33.61 Lac (33,61,292) with 17.30 Lac (17,30,075) males and 16.31 Lac (16,31,217) females.The sex ratio in Nanded is 943 females for every 1000 males, indicating equality.
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nanded District is 4.60 Lac (4,59,572) which is 13.67% of Nanded District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nanded District is 910 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nanded District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nanded Population Census 2011
- Nanded 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
Nanded Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nanded District current estimated population is projected to be 38.01 Lac (38,01,471), indicating a 13.1% increased from Nanded's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.64 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.38 Lac.
Nanded Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nanded District estimated population is projected to be 38.30 Lac (38,30,414), projecting a 13.96% increased from Nanded's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 19.79 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.51 Lac.
Nanded Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nanded District, with a total Hindu population of 25.02 Lac (25,01,741), accounting for 74.43% of the Nanded District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.88 Lac (12,88,483), and the Hindu female population is around 12.13 Lac (12,13,258).
Nanded Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nanded District, with a total Muslim population of 4.72 Lac (4,71,951), accounting for 14.04% of the Nanded District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.42 Lac (2,41,914), and the Muslim female population is around 2.30 Lac (2,30,037).
Nanded Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 25,01,741 | 74.43% |
| Muslim | 4,71,951 | 14.04% |
| Buddhist | 3,54,189 | 10.54% |
| Sikh | 13,540 | 0.4% |
| Religion not stated | 9,647 | 0.29% |
| Jain | 5,049 | 0.15% |
| Christian | 3,902 | 0.12% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,273 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNanded Urban Population
The Urban population of Nanded District is 9.14 Lac (9,13,898), with 4.72 Lac (4,71,915) being males and 4.42 Lac (4,41,983) being females, making up 27.19% of the Nanded total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Nanded Rural Population
The Rural population of Nanded District is 24.47 Lac (24,47,394), with 12.58 Lac (12,58,160) being males and 11.89 Lac (11,89,234) being females, making up 72.81% of the Nanded total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Nanded Literacy Rate
Nanded District has a literacy rate of 75.45% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nanded District is 84.27 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nanded District is 66.15 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nanded District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83%, while in the rural regions of Nanded District, it is around 72.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nanded
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.45 | 84.27 | 66.15 |
| Urban Area | 83 | 88.71 | 76.93 |
| Rural Area | 72.6 | 82.59 | 62.09 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nanded
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.63 | 84.02 | 64.72 |
| Muslim | 78.27 | 84.47 | 71.75 |
| Buddhist | 76.85 | 85.4 | 67.88 |
| Sikh | 87.67 | 91.38 | 83.63 |
Nanded Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nanded District is 6.40 Lac (6,40,483) with 3.29 Lac (3,28,797) males and 3.12 Lac (3,11,686) females, which is 19.05% of Nanded District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Nanded Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nanded District is 2.82 Lac (2,81,695) with 1.44 Lac (1,43,892) males and 1.38 Lac (1,37,803) females, which is 8.38% of Nanded District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nanded
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 |
| Urban Area | 937 |
| Rural Area | 946 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nanded
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 942 |
| Muslim | 951 |
| Buddhist | 947 |
| Sikh | 900 |
Nanded Area & Households
The Total Area of Nanded District is 10,528 Square KM, with a population density of 319 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nanded District are 17 and the Total Number of Villages in Nanded District are 1,603.The Total Number of households in Nanded District are 6.65 Lac(6,65,434).
Nanded Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nanded District, there are about 14.94 Lac (14,93,953) workers, making up nearly 44.45% of the Nanded District total population. Out of these, around 9.25 Lac (9,25,232) are male workers, and about 5.69 Lac (5,68,721) are female workers.
Nanded - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nanded district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,50,261, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 33,61,292 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 33.21% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 16.79%.
Nanded District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,50,261 to 33,61,292.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 33.21%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.50 Lac | 0 | 0 | 2.75 Lac | 2.76 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.71 Lac | 1.21 Lac | 21.95412722 | 3.36 Lac | 3.35 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.50 Lac | -21.24 k | -3.165262433 | 3.28 Lac | 3.22 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.07 Lac | 56.95 k | 8.763590197 | 3.60 Lac | 3.47 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.84 Lac | 77.52 k | 10.96759497 | 3.99 Lac | 3.85 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.84 Lac | 99.24 k | 12.65375391 | 4.46 Lac | 4.38 Lac |
| 1961 | 10.80 Lac | 1.96 Lac | 22.19990017 | 5.48 Lac | 5.32 Lac |
| 1971 | 13.98 Lac | 3.18 Lac | 29.4614856 | 7.15 Lac | 6.83 Lac |
| 1981 | 17.49 Lac | 3.52 Lac | 25.15249377 | 8.92 Lac | 8.57 Lac |
| 1991 | 23.30 Lac | 5.81 Lac | 33.21492637 | 11.98 Lac | 11.32 Lac |
| 2001 | 28.76 Lac | 5.46 Lac | 23.42478074 | 14.81 Lac | 13.95 Lac |
| 2011 | 33.61 Lac | 4.85 Lac | 16.86332837 | 17.30 Lac | 16.31 Lac |
Nanded - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38.01 Lac (38,01,471) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 38.30 Lac (38,30,414) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 38.57 Lac (38,56,832) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 38.81 Lac (38,81,466) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 39.06 Lac (39,06,100) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 39.31 Lac (39,30,705) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 39.55 Lac (39,55,339) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 39.77 Lac (39,77,061) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 39.97 Lac (39,96,763) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 40.16 Lac (40,16,464) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 40.36 Lac (40,36,136) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 40.56 Lac (40,55,838) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 40.76 Lac (40,75,509) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nanded District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 40.76 Lac (40,75,509), with a male population of 21.07 Lac (21,06,803) and a female population of 19.69 Lac (19,68,570). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Nanded District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.68%.