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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Central Population Census 2011
- Central Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 3,64,148 | 62.53% |
| Muslim | 1,94,278 | 33.36% |
| Sikh | 13,038 | 2.24% |
| Jain | 5,886 | 1.01% |
| Christian | 3,527 | 0.61% |
| Religion not stated | 974 | 0.17% |
| Buddhist | 362 | 0.06% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 107 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationCentral 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 |
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 2.37%.