East Population
As per the 2011 Census, East District has a population of 17.09 Lac (17,09,346) with 9.08 Lac (9,07,500) males and 8.02 Lac (8,01,846) females.The sex ratio in East is 884, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of East District is 1.94 Lac (1,94,357) which is 11.37% of East District overall population, Child sex Ratio of East District is 871 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, East District is listed as part of NCT OF DELHI State in INDIA.
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East Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, East District current estimated population is projected to be 22.09 Lac (22,09,246), indicating a 29.25% increased from East's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.65 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.45 Lac.
East Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, East District estimated population is projected to be 22.49 Lac (22,48,844), projecting a 31.56% increased from East's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.85 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.64 Lac.
East Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in East District, with a total Hindu population of 14.11 Lac (14,10,852), accounting for 82.54% of the East District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.50 Lac (7,49,544), and the Hindu female population is around 6.61 Lac (6,61,308).
East Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in East District, with a total Muslim population of 1.79 Lac (1,78,807), accounting for 10.46% of the East District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 96.62 k (96,619), and the Muslim female population is around 82.19 k (82,188).
East Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,10,852 | 82.54% |
| Muslim | 1,78,807 | 10.46% |
| Sikh | 53,027 | 3.1% |
| Jain | 46,927 | 2.75% |
| Christian | 15,792 | 0.92% |
| Buddhist | 2,643 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 932 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 366 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationEast Urban Population
The Urban population of East District is 17.06 Lac (17,05,816), with 9.06 Lac (9,05,639) being males and 8.00 Lac (8,00,177) being females, making up 99.79% of the East total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 884 females for every 1000 males.
East Rural Population
The Rural population of East District is 3.53 k (3,530), with 1.86 k (1,861) being males and 1.67 k (1,669) being females, making up 0.21% of the East total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 897 females for every 1000 males.
East Literacy Rate
East District has a literacy rate of 89.31% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of East District is 93.13 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of East District is 84.99 higher than national average of 64.63%. In East District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.3%, while in the rural regions of East District, it is around 94.61%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of East
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89.31 | 93.13 | 84.99 |
| Urban Area | 89.3 | 93.12 | 84.97 |
| Rural Area | 94.61 | 96.35 | 92.73 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in East
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 90.17 | 94.13 | 85.69 |
| Muslim | 77.8 | 82.53 | 72.18 |
| Sikh | 93.4 | 95.26 | 91.43 |
| Jain | 98.03 | 98.83 | 97.19 |
East Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in East District is 2.81 Lac (2,81,422) with 1.48 Lac (1,48,019) males and 1.33 Lac (1,33,403) females, which is 16.46% of East District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 902 females for every 1000 males.
East Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in East District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in East District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of East
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 884 |
| Urban Area | 884 |
| Rural Area | 897 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in East
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 883 |
| Muslim | 851 |
| Sikh | 940 |
| Jain | 947 |
East Area & Households
The Total Area of East District is 63 Square KM, with a population density of 27,132 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in East District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in East District are 1.The Total Number of households in East District are 3.59 Lac(3,58,937).
East Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In East District, there are about 5.80 Lac (5,79,692) workers, making up nearly 33.91% of the East District total population. Out of these, around 4.87 Lac (4,86,951) are male workers, and about 92.74 k (92,741) are female workers.
East - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, East district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,35,325, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,09,346 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 126.29% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 70.77%.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.
East District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,35,325 to 17,09,346.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 126.29%.
- 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 | 1.35 Lac | N.A. | N.A. | 73.56 k | 61.76 k |
| 1971 | 3.06 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 126.2937373 | 1.67 Lac | 1.39 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.24 Lac | 3.18 Lac | 103.7180961 | 3.41 Lac | 2.83 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.23 Lac | 3.99 Lac | 63.99422938 | 5.54 Lac | 4.69 Lac |
| 2001 | 14.64 Lac | 4.41 Lac | 43.05683438 | 7.94 Lac | 6.70 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.09 Lac | 2.46 Lac | 16.7918731 | 9.08 Lac | 8.02 Lac |
East - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22.09 Lac (22,09,246) | 29.25% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 22.49 Lac (22,48,844) | 31.56% | 2.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 22.89 Lac (22,88,944) | 33.91% | 2.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 23.29 Lac (23,29,346) | 36.27% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 23.70 Lac (23,69,849) | 38.64% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 24.10 Lac (24,10,251) | 41% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 24.51 Lac (24,50,753) | 43.37% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 24.91 Lac (24,91,457) | 45.75% | 2.38 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 25.32 Lac (25,32,462) | 48.15% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 25.73 Lac (25,73,467) | 50.55% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 26.14 Lac (26,14,371) | 52.95% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 26.55 Lac (26,55,376) | 55.34% | 2.39 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 26.96 Lac (26,96,381) | 57.74% | 2.4 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that East District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 26.96 Lac (26,96,381), with a male population of 14.08 Lac (14,07,757) and a female population of 12.89 Lac (12,89,040). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from East District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.37%.