Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Chandel District

Chandel Population

As per the 2011 Census, Chandel District has a population of 1.44 Lac (1,44,182) with 74.58 k (74,579) males and 69.60 k (69,603) females.The sex ratio in Chandel is 934, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chandel District is 17.19 k (17,187) which is 11.92% of Chandel District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chandel District is 922 females for every 1000 males.

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

1.44 Lac

Toatl Population

74.58 k

Male Population

69.60 k

Female Population

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  1. Chandel Population Census 2011
  2. Chandel 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

Chandel Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Chandel District current estimated population is projected to be 1.64 Lac (1,64,070), indicating a 13.79% increased from Chandel's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 84.53 k, and the estimated female population is 79.57 k.

Chandel Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Chandel District estimated population is projected to be 1.66 Lac (1,65,576), projecting a 14.84% increased from Chandel's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 85.26 k, and the estimated female population is 80.30 k.

Chandel Christian Population

Christian is the most popular religion in Chandel District, with a total Christian population of 1.29 Lac (1,29,049), accounting for 89.5% of the Chandel District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 64.22 k (64,222), and the Christian female population is around 64.83 k (64,827).

Chandel Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Chandel District, with a total Hindu population of 10.81 k (10,810), accounting for 7.5% of the Chandel District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.94 k (7,941), and the Hindu female population is around 2.87 k (2,869).

Chandel Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Christian1,29,04989.5%
Hindu10,8107.5%
Muslim3,0862.14%
Buddhist4000.28%
Other religions and persuasions3540.25%
Religion not stated2880.2%
Sikh1360.09%
Jain590.04%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Chandel Urban Population

The Urban population of Chandel District is 16.85 k (16,847), with 8.67 k (8,670) being males and 8.18 k (8,177) being females, making up 11.68% of the Chandel total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 944 females for every 1000 males.

Chandel Rural Population

The Rural population of Chandel District is 1.27 Lac (1,27,335), with 65.91 k (65,909) being males and 61.43 k (61,426) being females, making up 88.32% of the Chandel total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 932 females for every 1000 males.

Chandel Literacy Rate

Chandel District has a literacy rate of 71.11% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chandel District is 77.78 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chandel District is 63.96 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chandel District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 71.47%, while in the rural regions of Chandel District, it is around 71.06%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chandel

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 71.11 77.78 63.96
Urban Area 71.47 79.52 62.88
Rural Area 71.06 77.56 64.1

Literacy Rate by Religion in Chandel

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Christian 69.88 75.67 64.21
Hindu 85.57 92.73 64.26
Muslim 68.07 80.5 51.42
Buddhist 75.83 82.87 67.33

Chandel Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chandel District is 540 (540) with 321 (321) males and 219 (219) females, which is 0.37% of Chandel District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 683 females for every 1000 males.

Chandel Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chandel District is 1.28 Lac (1,28,280) with 63.62 k (63,622) males and 64.66 k (64,658) females, which is 88.97% of Chandel District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1017 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chandel

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 934
Urban Area 944
Rural Area 932

Sex Ratio by Religion in Chandel

Religion Sex Ratio
Christian 1010
Hindu 362
Muslim 775
Buddhist 852

Chandel Area & Households

The Total Area of Chandel District is 3,313 Square KM, with a population density of 44 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chandel District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Chandel District are 437.The Total Number of households in Chandel District are 28.80 k(28,801).

Chandel Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Chandel District, there are about 76.24 k (76,238) workers, making up nearly 52.88% of the Chandel District total population. Out of these, around 42.62 k (42,615) are male workers, and about 33.62 k (33,623) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Chandel district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 24,049, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,44,182 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 66.62% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 35.84%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Chandel District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 24,049 to 1,44,182.
  • The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 66.62%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 N.A - - N.A. N.A.
1911 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1921 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1931 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1941 N.A N.A N.A N.A. N.A.
1951 24.05 k N.A N.A 11.57 k 12.48 k
1961 27.68 k 3.63 k 15.09418271 13.78 k 13.90 k
1971 38.72 k 11.04 k 39.90028541 19.61 k 19.12 k
1981 56.44 k 17.72 k 45.76349973 29.17 k 27.27 k
1991 71.01 k 14.57 k 25.81319538 37.12 k 33.90 k
2001 1.18 Lac 47.31 k 66.62489087 59.74 k 58.59 k
2011 1.44 Lac 25.86 k 21.85046524 74.58 k 69.60 k

Historical Population of Chandel by Census Year 1901-2011

Chandel - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 1.64 Lac (1,64,070) 13.79% ↑
2025 1.66 Lac (1,65,576) 14.84% 1.05 % ↑
2026 1.67 Lac (1,66,932) 15.78% 0.94 % ↑
2027 1.68 Lac (1,68,288) 16.72% 0.94 % ↑
2028 1.70 Lac (1,69,594) 17.62% 0.9 % ↑
2029 1.71 Lac (1,70,950) 18.56% 0.94 % ↑
2030 1.72 Lac (1,72,256) 19.47% 0.91 % ↑
2031 1.73 Lac (1,73,461) 20.31% 0.84 % ↑
2032 1.75 Lac (1,74,515) 21.04% 0.73 % ↑
2033 1.76 Lac (1,75,570) 21.77% 0.73 % ↑
2034 1.77 Lac (1,76,625) 22.5% 0.73 % ↑
2035 1.78 Lac (1,77,679) 23.23% 0.73 % ↑
2036 1.79 Lac (1,78,734) 23.96% 0.73 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that Chandel District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.79 Lac (1,78,734), with a male population of 91.55 k (91,548) and a female population of 87.14 k (87,139). This reflects a total growth of 23.96% from Chandel District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.96%.