Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Sindhudurg District

Sindhudurg Population

As per the 2011 Census, Sindhudurg District has a population of 8.50 Lac (8,49,651) with 4.17 Lac (4,17,332) males and 4.32 Lac (4,32,319) females.The sex ratio in Sindhudurg is 1036, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sindhudurg District is 71.19 k (71,193) which is 8.38% of Sindhudurg District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sindhudurg District is 923 females for every 1000 males.

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

8.50 Lac

Toatl Population

4.17 Lac

Male Population

4.32 Lac

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. Sindhudurg Population Census 2011
  2. Sindhudurg Population 2024
  3. Hindu Population
  4. Muslim Population
  5. All Religion Population
  6. Urban Population
  7. Rural Population
  8. Literacy Rate
  9. Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
  10. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
  11. Sex Ratio
  12. Historical Census 1901 to 2011
  13. Population Projections Up to 2036

Sindhudurg Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Sindhudurg District current estimated population is projected to be 9.61 Lac (9,60,918), indicating a 13.1% increased from Sindhudurg's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.74 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.87 Lac.

Sindhudurg Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Sindhudurg District estimated population is projected to be 9.68 Lac (9,68,234), projecting a 13.96% increased from Sindhudurg's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.77 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.91 Lac.

Sindhudurg Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Sindhudurg District, with a total Hindu population of 7.80 Lac (7,80,384), accounting for 91.85% of the Sindhudurg District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.84 Lac (3,83,625), and the Hindu female population is around 3.97 Lac (3,96,759).

Sindhudurg Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Sindhudurg District, with a total Muslim population of 26.26 k (26,264), accounting for 3.09% of the Sindhudurg District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 13.14 k (13,135), and the Muslim female population is around 13.13 k (13,129).

Sindhudurg Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu7,80,38491.85%
Muslim26,2643.09%
Buddhist24,7622.91%
Christian15,4711.82%
Religion not stated1,4520.17%
Jain1,0460.12%
Sikh2190.03%
Other religions and persuasions530.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Sindhudurg Urban Population

The Urban population of Sindhudurg District is 1.07 Lac (1,07,006), with 54.06 k (54,064) being males and 52.94 k (52,942) being females, making up 12.59% of the Sindhudurg total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 980 females for every 1000 males.

Sindhudurg Rural Population

The Rural population of Sindhudurg District is 7.43 Lac (7,42,645), with 3.63 Lac (3,63,268) being males and 3.79 Lac (3,79,377) being females, making up 87.41% of the Sindhudurg total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1045 females for every 1000 males.

Sindhudurg Literacy Rate

Sindhudurg District has a literacy rate of 85.56% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sindhudurg District is 91.58 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sindhudurg District is 79.81 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Sindhudurg District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.07%, while in the rural regions of Sindhudurg District, it is around 84.63%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sindhudurg

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 85.56 91.58 79.81
Urban Area 92.07 94.11 90
Rural Area 84.63 91.21 78.4

Literacy Rate by Religion in Sindhudurg

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 85.58 91.64 79.78
Muslim 86.13 90.15 82.11
Buddhist 82.53 90.24 75.76
Christian 88.13 92.97 83.75

Sindhudurg Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sindhudurg District is 55.59 k (55,586) with 26.83 k (26,830) males and 28.76 k (28,756) females, which is 6.54% of Sindhudurg District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1072 females for every 1000 males.

Sindhudurg Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Sindhudurg District is 6.98 k (6,976) with 3.58 k (3,575) males and 3.40 k (3,401) females, which is 0.82% of Sindhudurg District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 952 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sindhudurg

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 1036
Urban Area 980
Rural Area 1045

Sex Ratio by Religion in Sindhudurg

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 1035
Muslim 1000
Buddhist 1120
Christian 1092

Sindhudurg Area & Households

The Total Area of Sindhudurg District is 5,207 Square KM, with a population density of 163 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sindhudurg District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Sindhudurg District are 748.The Total Number of households in Sindhudurg District are 2.10 Lac(2,09,839).

Sindhudurg Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Sindhudurg District, there are about 3.47 Lac (3,47,178) workers, making up nearly 40.86% of the Sindhudurg District total population. Out of these, around 2.30 Lac (2,29,676) are male workers, and about 1.18 Lac (1,17,502) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Sindhudurg district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,43,058, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 8,49,651 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1931. The growth rate of 12.76% 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 3.89%.

Sindhudurg District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 5,43,058 to 8,49,651.
  • The year 1931 stands out with a growth rate of 12.76%.
  • 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 5.43 Lac 0 0 2.57 Lac 2.86 Lac
1911 5.54 Lac 10.49 k 1.932021994 2.57 Lac 2.97 Lac
1921 5.31 Lac -22.34 k -4.035588474 2.44 Lac 2.87 Lac
1931 5.99 Lac 67.76 k 12.7551952 2.83 Lac 3.16 Lac
1941 6.38 Lac 38.61 k 6.445419455 2.97 Lac 3.41 Lac
1951 6.76 Lac 38.76 k 6.07945117 3.07 Lac 3.69 Lac
1961 7.25 Lac 48.48 k 7.168341133 3.30 Lac 3.94 Lac
1971 7.58 Lac 33.10 k 4.566669932 3.42 Lac 4.15 Lac
1981 7.81 Lac 22.97 k 3.031202625 3.54 Lac 4.27 Lac
1991 8.32 Lac 51.26 k 6.564424484 3.89 Lac 4.43 Lac
2001 8.69 Lac 36.67 k 4.407007374 4.18 Lac 4.51 Lac
2011 8.50 Lac -19.17 k -2.206888614 4.17 Lac 4.32 Lac

Historical Population of Sindhudurg by Census Year 1901-2011

Sindhudurg - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 9.61 Lac (9,60,918) 13.1% ↑
2025 9.68 Lac (9,68,234) 13.96% 0.86 % ↑
2026 9.75 Lac (9,74,911) 14.74% 0.78 % ↑
2027 9.81 Lac (9,81,138) 15.48% 0.74 % ↑
2028 9.87 Lac (9,87,365) 16.21% 0.73 % ↑
2029 9.94 Lac (9,93,585) 16.94% 0.73 % ↑
2030 10.00 Lac (9,99,812) 17.67% 0.73 % ↑
2031 10.05 Lac (10,05,303) 18.32% 0.65 % ↑
2032 10.10 Lac (10,10,283) 18.91% 0.59 % ↑
2033 10.15 Lac (10,15,263) 19.49% 0.58 % ↑
2034 10.20 Lac (10,20,235) 20.08% 0.59 % ↑
2035 10.25 Lac (10,25,215) 20.66% 0.58 % ↑
2036 10.30 Lac (10,30,188) 21.25% 0.59 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that Sindhudurg District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 10.30 Lac (10,30,188), with a male population of 5.08 Lac (5,08,208) and a female population of 5.22 Lac (5,21,728). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Sindhudurg District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.