Districts in Nct Of Delhi State

Nct Of Delhi Population

As per the 2011 Census, Nct Of Delhi State has a population of 1.68 Cr (1,67,87,941) with 89.87 Lac (89,87,326) males and 78.01 Lac (78,00,615) females.The sex ratio in Nct Of Delhi is 868, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nct Of Delhi State is 20.12 Lac (20,12,454) which is 11.99% of Nct Of Delhi State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nct Of Delhi State is 872 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Nct Of Delhi State is listed as part of the North region of India .

1.68 Cr

Toatl Population

89.87 Lac

Male Population

78.01 Lac

Female Population

Nct Of Delhi Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Nct Of Delhi State current estimated population is projected to be 2.17 Cr (2,16,97,585), indicating a 29.25% increased from Nct Of Delhi's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.15 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.02 Cr.

Nct Of Delhi Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Nct Of Delhi State estimated population is projected to be 2.21 Cr (2,20,86,487), projecting a 31.56% increased from Nct Of Delhi's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.17 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.04 Cr.

Nct Of Delhi Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Nct Of Delhi State, with a total Hindu population of 1.37 Cr (1,37,12,100), accounting for 81.68% of the Nct Of Delhi State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 73.54 Lac (73,53,594), and the Hindu female population is around 63.59 Lac (63,58,506).

Nct Of Delhi Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nct Of Delhi State, with a total Muslim population of 21.59 Lac (21,58,684), accounting for 12.86% of the Nct Of Delhi State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 11.64 Lac (11,63,934), and the Muslim female population is around 9.95 Lac (9,94,750).

Nct Of Delhi Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu1,37,12,10081.68%
Muslim21,58,68412.86%
Sikh5,70,5813.4%
Jain1,66,2310.99%
Christian1,46,0930.87%
Buddhist18,4490.11%
Religion not stated13,6060.08%
Other religions and persuasions2,1970.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Nct Of Delhi Urban Population

The Urban population of Nct Of Delhi State is 1.64 Cr (1,63,68,899), with 87.61 Lac (87,61,005) being males and 76.08 Lac (76,07,894) being females, making up 97.5% of the Nct Of Delhi total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 869 females for every 1000 males.

Nct Of Delhi Rural Population

The Rural population of Nct Of Delhi State is 4.19 Lac (4,19,042), with 2.26 Lac (2,26,321) being males and 1.93 Lac (1,92,721) being females, making up 2.5% of the Nct Of Delhi total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 852 females for every 1000 males.

Nct Of Delhi Literacy Rate

Nct Of Delhi State has a literacy rate of 86.21% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nct Of Delhi State is 90.94 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nct Of Delhi State is 80.76 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nct Of Delhi State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.32%, while in the rural regions of Nct Of Delhi State, it is around 81.86%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nct Of Delhi

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 86.21 90.94 80.76
Urban Area 86.32 90.98 80.95
Rural Area 81.86 89.37 73.1

Literacy Rate by Religion in Nct Of Delhi

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 87.24 92.19 81.52
Muslim 75.59 80.43 69.84
Sikh 93.91 95.86 91.85
Jain 97.77 98.76 96.72

Nct Of Delhi Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nct Of Delhi State is 28.12 Lac (28,12,309) with 14.89 Lac (14,88,800) males and 13.24 Lac (13,23,509) females, which is 16.75% of Nct Of Delhi State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 889 females for every 1000 males.

Nct Of Delhi Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes Population in Nct Of Delhi State is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Nct Of Delhi State.

Nct Of Delhi Slum Population

Slum Population in Nct Of Delhi State is 17.85 Lac (17,85,390) with 9.74 Lac (9,74,329) males and 8.11 Lac (8,11,061) females, which is 10.63% of Nct Of Delhi State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 833 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Nct Of Delhi State are 3.68 Lac (3,67,893).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nct Of Delhi

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 868
Urban Area 869
Rural Area 852

Sex Ratio by Religion in Nct Of Delhi

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 865
Muslim 855
Sikh 939
Jain 942

Nct Of Delhi Area & Households

The Total Area of Nct Of Delhi State is 1,483 Square KM, with a population density of 11,320 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nct Of Delhi State are 113 and the Total Number of Villages in Nct Of Delhi State are 112.The Total Number of households in Nct Of Delhi State are 34.36 Lac(34,35,999).

Nct Of Delhi Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Nct Of Delhi State, there are about 55.87 Lac (55,87,049) workers, making up nearly 33.28% of the Nct Of Delhi State total population. Out of these, around 47.62 Lac (47,62,026) are male workers, and about 8.25 Lac (8,25,023) are female workers.

Nct Of Delhi - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Nct Of Delhi state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 4,05,819, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 1,67,87,941 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1951. The growth rate of 90% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 42.05%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Nct Of Delhi State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 4,05,819 to 1,67,87,941.
  • The year 1951 stands out with a growth rate of 90%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 4.06 Lac ----- ----- 2.18 Lac 1.88 Lac
1911 4.14 Lac 8.03 k 1.979207479 2.31 Lac 1.83 Lac
1921 4.88 Lac 74.60 k 18.02605285 2.82 Lac 2.07 Lac
1931 6.36 Lac 1.48 Lac 30.25763023 3.69 Lac 2.67 Lac
1941 9.18 Lac 2.82 Lac 44.27422726 5.35 Lac 3.83 Lac
1951 17.44 Lac 8.26 Lac 89.99868183 9.87 Lac 7.58 Lac
1961 26.59 Lac 9.15 Lac 52.43705535 14.89 Lac 11.69 Lac
1971 40.66 Lac 14.07 Lac 52.92558673 22.58 Lac 18.08 Lac
1981 62.20 Lac 21.55 Lac 52.99724672 34.40 Lac 27.80 Lac
1991 94.21 Lac 32.00 Lac 51.44741356 51.56 Lac 42.65 Lac
2001 1.39 Cr 44.30 Lac 47.02293177 76.07 Lac 62.43 Lac
2011 1.68 Cr 29.37 Lac 21.20813339 89.87 Lac 78.01 Lac

Historical Population of Nct Of Delhi by Census Year 1901-2011

Nct Of Delhi - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 2.17 Cr (2,16,97,585) 29.25%
2025 2.21 Cr (2,20,86,487) 31.56% 2.31 %
2026 2.25 Cr (2,24,80,325) 33.91% 2.35 %
2027 2.29 Cr (2,28,77,124) 36.27% 2.36 %
2028 2.33 Cr (2,32,74,909) 38.64% 2.37 %
2029 2.37 Cr (2,36,71,708) 41% 2.36 %
2030 2.41 Cr (2,40,69,494) 43.37% 2.37 %
2031 2.45 Cr (2,44,69,254) 45.75% 2.38 %
2032 2.49 Cr (2,48,71,975) 48.15% 2.4 %
2033 2.53 Cr (2,52,74,696) 50.55% 2.4 %
2034 2.57 Cr (2,56,76,430) 52.95% 2.4 %
2035 2.61 Cr (2,60,79,151) 55.34% 2.39 %
2036 2.65 Cr (2,64,81,872) 57.74% 2.4 %

Projected estimates indicate that Nct Of Delhi State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.65 Cr (2,64,81,872), with a male population of 1.39 Cr (1,39,41,562) and a female population of 1.25 Cr (1,25,40,192). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from Nct Of Delhi State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.37%.

Nct Of Delhi Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Nct Of Delhi is 1.68 Cr (1,67,87,941).

The estimated population of Nct Of Delhi in 2024 is approximately 2.17 Cr (2,16,97,585).

Hindu constitute 81.68% of Nct Of Delhi population, amounting to approximately 1.37 Cr (1,37,12,100) people.

Muslim constitute 12.86% of Nct Of Delhi population, totaling around 21.59 Lac (21,58,684) people.

Hindu: 81.68%, Muslim: 12.86%, Sikh: 3.4%, Jain: 0.99%, Christian: 0.87%, Buddhist: 0.11%, Religion not stated: 0.08%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Nct Of Delhi is 28.12 Lac (16.75%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 0.

In Nct Of Delhi, 1.64 Cr (97.5%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 4.19 Lac (2.5%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nct Of Delhi is 86.21%, with male literacy at 90.94% and female literacy at 80.76%.

The sex ratio in Nct Of Delhi is 868 females for every 1000 males.

Nct Of Delhi population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 2.37% up to 2036.