Thane Population
As per the 2011 Census, Thane District has a population of 1.11 Cr (1,10,60,148) with 58.65 Lac (58,65,078) males and 51.95 Lac (51,95,070) females.The sex ratio in Thane is 886, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Thane District is 13.27 Lac (13,27,146) which is 12% of Thane District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Thane District is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Thane District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
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Thane Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Thane District current estimated population is projected to be 1.25 Cr (1,25,08,533), indicating a 13.1% increased from Thane's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 66.57 Lac, and the estimated female population is 58.53 Lac.
Thane Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Thane District estimated population is projected to be 1.26 Cr (1,26,03,768), projecting a 13.96% increased from Thane's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 67.09 Lac, and the estimated female population is 58.96 Lac.
Thane Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Thane District, with a total Hindu population of 87.16 Lac (87,16,055), accounting for 78.81% of the Thane District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 46.26 Lac (46,25,529), and the Hindu female population is around 40.91 Lac (40,90,526).
Thane Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Thane District, with a total Muslim population of 13.56 Lac (13,55,630), accounting for 12.26% of the Thane District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.39 Lac (7,39,073), and the Muslim female population is around 6.17 Lac (6,16,557).
Thane Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87,16,055 | 78.81% |
| Muslim | 13,55,630 | 12.26% |
| Buddhist | 4,49,617 | 4.07% |
| Christian | 2,80,700 | 2.54% |
| Jain | 1,72,052 | 1.56% |
| Sikh | 39,149 | 0.35% |
| Religion not stated | 37,083 | 0.34% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 9,862 | 0.09% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationThane Urban Population
The Urban population of Thane District is 85.15 Lac (85,14,678), with 45.65 Lac (45,64,942) being males and 39.50 Lac (39,49,736) being females, making up 76.99% of the Thane total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 866 females for every 1000 males.
Thane Rural Population
The Rural population of Thane District is 25.45 Lac (25,45,470), with 13.00 Lac (13,00,136) being males and 12.45 Lac (12,45,334) being females, making up 23.01% of the Thane total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Thane Literacy Rate
Thane District has a literacy rate of 84.53% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Thane District is 88.72 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Thane District is 79.77 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Thane District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.55%, while in the rural regions of Thane District, it is around 70.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Thane
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.53 | 88.72 | 79.77 |
| Urban Area | 88.55 | 91.31 | 85.35 |
| Rural Area | 70.6 | 79.27 | 61.54 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Thane
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 84.07 | 88.77 | 78.73 |
| Muslim | 83.36 | 85.32 | 80.97 |
| Buddhist | 86.82 | 91.69 | 81.82 |
| Christian | 92.23 | 93.9 | 90.6 |
Thane Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Thane District is 7.30 Lac (7,30,089) with 3.78 Lac (3,77,885) males and 3.52 Lac (3,52,204) females, which is 6.6% of Thane District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Thane Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Thane District is 15.42 Lac (15,42,451) with 7.69 Lac (7,69,192) males and 7.73 Lac (7,73,259) females, which is 13.95% of Thane District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1006 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Thane
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 |
| Urban Area | 866 |
| Rural Area | 958 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Thane
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 885 |
| Muslim | 835 |
| Buddhist | 971 |
| Christian | 1013 |
Thane Area & Households
The Total Area of Thane District is 9,558 Square KM, with a population density of 1,157 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Thane District are 51 and the Total Number of Villages in Thane District are 1,721.The Total Number of households in Thane District are 25.29 Lac(25,29,165).
Thane Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Thane District, there are about 44.93 Lac (44,92,767) workers, making up nearly 40.62% of the Thane District total population. Out of these, around 33.63 Lac (33,63,123) are male workers, and about 11.30 Lac (11,29,644) are female workers.
Thane - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Thane district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,65,326, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,10,60,148 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 56.62% 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 28.04%.
Thane District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,65,326 to 1,10,60,148.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 56.62%.
- 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 | 6.65 Lac | 0 | 0 | 3.43 Lac | 3.22 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.21 Lac | 56.00 k | 8.416475532 | 3.70 Lac | 3.51 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.13 Lac | -8.10 k | -1.122243433 | 3.68 Lac | 3.45 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.88 Lac | 74.44 k | 10.43649436 | 4.07 Lac | 3.81 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.82 Lac | 94.66 k | 12.01743383 | 4.55 Lac | 4.28 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.83 Lac | 4.00 Lac | 45.36342216 | 6.68 Lac | 6.14 Lac |
| 1961 | 16.53 Lac | 3.70 Lac | 28.85654762 | 8.61 Lac | 7.92 Lac |
| 1971 | 22.82 Lac | 6.29 Lac | 38.05859339 | 12.05 Lac | 10.77 Lac |
| 1981 | 33.52 Lac | 10.70 Lac | 46.89112858 | 17.80 Lac | 15.72 Lac |
| 1991 | 52.49 Lac | 18.98 Lac | 56.61730262 | 27.93 Lac | 24.56 Lac |
| 2001 | 81.32 Lac | 28.83 Lac | 54.91815209 | 43.78 Lac | 37.54 Lac |
| 2011 | 1.11 Cr | 29.28 Lac | 36.0102481 | 58.65 Lac | 51.95 Lac |
Thane - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.25 Cr (1,25,08,533) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.26 Cr (1,26,03,768) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.27 Cr (1,26,90,693) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.28 Cr (1,27,71,751) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.29 Cr (1,28,52,809) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.29 Cr (1,29,33,769) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.30 Cr (1,30,14,827) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.31 Cr (1,30,86,302) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.32 Cr (1,31,51,129) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.32 Cr (1,32,15,956) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.33 Cr (1,32,80,685) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.33 Cr (1,33,45,512) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.34 Cr (1,34,10,240) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Thane District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.34 Cr (1,34,10,240), with a male population of 71.42 Lac (71,42,213) and a female population of 62.69 Lac (62,69,465). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Thane District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.68%.