Chandel Population in 2025
In 2025, Chandel Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 36.90 k (36,901), indicating a 14.84% increased from Chandel 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 18.43 k, and the estimated female population is 18.47 k.
Chandel Estimated Population in 2026
In the year 2026, Chandel Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 37.20 k (37,204), projecting a 15.78% increased from Chandel 's population in the 2011 census. In 2026, the estimated male population is 18.58 k, and the estimated female population is 18.64 k.
Chandel Census 2011: Key Statistics and Insights
As per the 2011 Census, Chandel Tehsil has a population of 32.13 k (32,133) with 16.12 k (16,123) males and 16.01 k (16,010) females.The sex ratio in Chandel is 993, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chandel Tehsil is 3.59 k (3,593) which is 11.18% of Chandel Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chandel Tehsil is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Chandel Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Chandel District in the state of MANIPUR in India.
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Male Population
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Chandel Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Chandel Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 30.18 k (30,184), accounting for 93.93% of the Chandel Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 14.72 k (14,715), and the Christian female population is around 15.47 k (15,469).
Chandel Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Chandel Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.64 k (1,637), accounting for 5.09% of the Chandel Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.23 k (1,225), and the Hindu female population is around 412 (412).
Chandel Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 30,184 | 93.93% |
| Hindu | 1,637 | 5.09% |
| Muslim | 202 | 0.63% |
| Buddhist | 51 | 0.16% |
| Sikh | 28 | 0.09% |
| Religion not stated | 19 | 0.06% |
| Jain | 10 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChandel Urban Population
The Urban population of Chandel Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Chandel total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Chandel Rural Population
The Rural population of Chandel Tehsil is 32.13 k (32,133), with 16.12 k (16,123) being males and 16.01 k (16,010) being females, making up 100% of the Chandel total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Chandel Literacy Rate
Chandel Tehsil has a literacy rate of 77.85% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chandel Tehsil is 83.67 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chandel Tehsil is 72.05 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Chandel Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Chandel Tehsil, it is around 77.85%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chandel
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77.85 | 83.67 | 72.05 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 77.85 | 83.67 | 72.05 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chandel
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 77.25 | 82.72 | 72.13 |
| Hindu | 87.24 | 93.39 | 67.49 |
| Muslim | 85.95 | 88.79 | 81.16 |
| Buddhist | 87.5 | 100 | 77.27 |
Chandel Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chandel Tehsil is 18 (18) with 12 (12) males and 6 (6) females, which is 0.06% of Chandel Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 500 females for every 1000 males.
Chandel Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chandel Tehsil is 29.80 k (29,802) with 14.47 k (14,469) males and 15.33 k (15,333) females, which is 92.75% of Chandel Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1060 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chandel
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 993 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chandel
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 1052 |
| Hindu | 337 |
| Muslim | 604 |
| Buddhist | 1218 |
Chandel Area & Households
The Total Area of Chandel Tehsil is 687 Square KM, with a population density of 47 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Chandel Tehsil are 98.The Total Number of households in Chandel Tehsil are 6.67 k(6,666).
Chandel Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chandel Tehsil, there are about 15.55 k (15,547) workers, making up nearly 48.38% of the Chandel Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 8.30 k (8,302) are male workers, and about 7.25 k (7,245) are female workers.
Chandel - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 36.90 k (36,901) | 14.84% | ↑ |
| 2026 | 37.20 k (37,204) | 15.78% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 37.51 k (37,506) | 16.72% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 37.80 k (37,797) | 17.62% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 38.10 k (38,099) | 18.56% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 38.39 k (38,390) | 19.47% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 38.66 k (38,659) | 20.31% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 38.89 k (38,894) | 21.04% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 39.13 k (39,129) | 21.77% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 39.36 k (39,364) | 22.5% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 39.60 k (39,599) | 23.23% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 39.83 k (39,834) | 23.96% | 0.73 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chandel Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 39.83 k (39,834), with a male population of 19.79 k (19,792) and a female population of 20.04 k (20,044). This reflects a total growth of 23.96% from Chandel Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.83%.