Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Central District

Central Population

As per the 2011 Census, Central District has a population of 5.82 Lac (5,82,320) with 3.08 Lac (3,07,821) males and 2.74 Lac (2,74,499) females.The sex ratio in Central is 892, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Central District is 62.74 k (62,739) which is 10.77% of Central District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Central District is 906 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Central District is listed as part of NCT OF DELHI State in INDIA.

5.82 Lac

Toatl Population

3.08 Lac

Male Population

2.74 Lac

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. Central Population Census 2011
  2. Central 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

Central Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Central District current estimated population is projected to be 7.53 Lac (7,52,620), indicating a 29.25% increased from Central's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.95 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.58 Lac.

Central Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Central District estimated population is projected to be 7.66 Lac (7,66,110), projecting a 31.56% increased from Central's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.02 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.64 Lac.

Central Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Central District, with a total Hindu population of 3.64 Lac (3,64,148), accounting for 62.53% of the Central District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.93 Lac (1,93,075), and the Hindu female population is around 1.71 Lac (1,71,073).

Central Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Central District, with a total Muslim population of 1.94 Lac (1,94,278), accounting for 33.36% of the Central District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.03 Lac (1,02,623), and the Muslim female population is around 91.66 k (91,655).

Central Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu3,64,14862.53%
Muslim1,94,27833.36%
Sikh13,0382.24%
Jain5,8861.01%
Christian3,5270.61%
Religion not stated9740.17%
Buddhist3620.06%
Other religions and persuasions1070.02%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Central Urban Population

The Urban population of Central District is 5.82 Lac (5,82,320), with 3.08 Lac (3,07,821) being males and 2.74 Lac (2,74,499) being females, making up 100% of the Central total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 892 females for every 1000 males.

Central Rural Population

The Rural population of Central District is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Central total population, The sex ratio in rural population is N/A females for every 1000 males.

Central Literacy Rate

Central District has a literacy rate of 85.14% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Central District is 87.5 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Central District is 82.49 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Central District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.14%, while in the rural regions of Central District, it is around N/A%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Central

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 85.14 87.5 82.49
Urban Area 85.14 87.5 82.49
Rural Area 0 0 0

Literacy Rate by Religion in Central

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 87.01 90.41 83.18
Muslim 80 80.58 79.34
Sikh 97 98.29 95.67
Jain 98.28 98.9 97.63

Central Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Central District is 1.43 Lac (1,43,178) with 73.78 k (73,782) males and 69.40 k (69,396) females, which is 24.59% of Central District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 941 females for every 1000 males.

Central Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes Population in Central District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Central District.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Central

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 892
Urban Area 892
Rural Area 0

Sex Ratio by Religion in Central

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 887
Muslim 894
Sikh 965
Jain 935

Central Area & Households

The Total Area of Central District is 21 Square KM, with a population density of 27,730 people per square kilometer, The Total Number of households in Central District are 1.20 Lac(1,19,639).

Central Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Central District, there are about 2.07 Lac (2,07,374) workers, making up nearly 35.61% of the Central District total population. Out of these, around 1.78 Lac (1,77,621) are male workers, and about 29.75 k (29,753) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Central district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,72,063, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,82,320 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 2.93% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 2011 marking a negative growth rate.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951, 1961) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Central District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 6,72,063 to 5,82,320.
  • The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 2.93%.
  • The year 2011 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • 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 N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
1961 6.72 Lac N.A. N.A. 3.74 Lac 2.98 Lac
1971 6.92 Lac 19.68 k 2.927552923 3.80 Lac 3.12 Lac
1981 6.91 Lac -515 -0.074450153 3.75 Lac 3.16 Lac
1991 6.57 Lac -34.69 k -5.018640873 3.51 Lac 3.06 Lac
2001 6.46 Lac -10.15 k -1.545695342 3.51 Lac 2.96 Lac
2011 5.82 Lac -64.07 k -9.911275788 3.08 Lac 2.74 Lac

Historical Population of Central by Census Year 1901-2011

Central - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 7.53 Lac (7,52,620) 29.25% ↑
2025 7.66 Lac (7,66,110) 31.56% 2.31 % ↑
2026 7.80 Lac (7,79,771) 33.91% 2.35 % ↑
2027 7.94 Lac (7,93,535) 36.27% 2.36 % ↑
2028 8.07 Lac (8,07,333) 38.64% 2.37 % ↑
2029 8.21 Lac (8,21,096) 41% 2.36 % ↑
2030 8.35 Lac (8,34,894) 43.37% 2.37 % ↑
2031 8.49 Lac (8,48,761) 45.75% 2.38 % ↑
2032 8.63 Lac (8,62,730) 48.15% 2.4 % ↑
2033 8.77 Lac (8,76,699) 50.55% 2.4 % ↑
2034 8.91 Lac (8,90,634) 52.95% 2.4 % ↑
2035 9.05 Lac (9,04,603) 55.34% 2.39 % ↑
2036 9.19 Lac (9,18,572) 57.74% 2.4 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that Central District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.19 Lac (9,18,572), with a male population of 4.78 Lac (4,77,507) and a female population of 4.41 Lac (4,41,282). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from Central District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.31%.