Dalu Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dalu Tehsil has a population of 54.10 k (54,095) with 27.35 k (27,351) males and 26.74 k (26,744) females.The sex ratio in Dalu is 978, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dalu Tehsil is 9.56 k (9,559) which is 17.67% of Dalu Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dalu Tehsil is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Dalu Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the West Garo Hills District in the state of MEGHALAYA in India.
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Dalu Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dalu Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 61.55 k (61,549), indicating a 13.78% increased from Dalu 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 30.98 k, and the estimated female population is 30.57 k.
Dalu Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dalu Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 62.11 k (62,111), projecting a 14.82% increased from Dalu 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 31.25 k, and the estimated female population is 30.86 k.
Dalu Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Dalu Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 41.46 k (41,464), accounting for 76.65% of the Dalu Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 20.81 k (20,810), and the Christian female population is around 20.65 k (20,654).
Dalu Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Dalu Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 11.49 k (11,486), accounting for 21.23% of the Dalu Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.94 k (5,935), and the Hindu female population is around 5.55 k (5,551).
Dalu Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 41,464 | 76.65% |
| Hindu | 11,486 | 21.23% |
| Buddhist | 386 | 0.71% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 357 | 0.66% |
| Muslim | 264 | 0.49% |
| Religion not stated | 117 | 0.22% |
| Sikh | 16 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 5 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDalu Urban Population
The Urban population of Dalu Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Dalu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Dalu Rural Population
The Rural population of Dalu Tehsil is 54.10 k (54,095), with 27.35 k (27,351) being males and 26.74 k (26,744) being females, making up 100% of the Dalu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Dalu Literacy Rate
Dalu Tehsil has a literacy rate of 70.58% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dalu Tehsil is 76 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dalu Tehsil is 65.07 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dalu Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Dalu Tehsil, it is around 70.58%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dalu
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.58 | 76 | 65.07 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 70.58 | 76 | 65.07 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dalu
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 70.55 | 75.21 | 65.89 |
| Hindu | 71.52 | 79.43 | 62.96 |
| Buddhist | 80.08 | 79.69 | 80.47 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 31.94 | 34.46 | 29.29 |
Dalu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dalu Tehsil is 464 (464) with 247 (247) males and 217 (217) females, which is 0.86% of Dalu Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 879 females for every 1000 males.
Dalu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dalu Tehsil is 47.11 k (47,108) with 23.57 k (23,568) males and 23.54 k (23,540) females, which is 87.08% of Dalu Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 999 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dalu
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 978 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dalu
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 993 |
| Hindu | 936 |
| Buddhist | 1032 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 920 |
Dalu Area & Households
The Total Area of Dalu Tehsil is 599.02 Square KM, with a population density of 90 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Dalu Tehsil are 201.The Total Number of households in Dalu Tehsil are 10.17 k(10,169).
Dalu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dalu Tehsil, there are about 22.18 k (22,178) workers, making up nearly 41% of the Dalu Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 12.81 k (12,806) are male workers, and about 9.37 k (9,372) are female workers.
Dalu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 61.55 k (61,549) | 13.78% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 62.11 k (62,111) | 14.82% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 62.64 k (62,637) | 15.79% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 63.13 k (63,126) | 16.69% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 63.63 k (63,634) | 17.63% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 64.12 k (64,124) | 18.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 64.63 k (64,632) | 19.48% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 65.07 k (65,067) | 20.28% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 65.47 k (65,466) | 21.02% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 65.87 k (65,865) | 21.76% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 66.26 k (66,264) | 22.49% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 66.65 k (66,645) | 23.2% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 67.04 k (67,043) | 23.94% | 0.74 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dalu Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 67.04 k (67,043), with a male population of 33.55 k (33,551) and a female population of 33.49 k (33,489). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Dalu Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.