Subdistrict (Tahsil) In New Delhi District

New Delhi Population

As per the 2011 Census, New Delhi District has a population of 1.42 Lac (1,42,004) with 77.94 k (77,942) males and 64.06 k (64,062) females.The sex ratio in New Delhi is 822, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of New Delhi District is 12.76 k (12,760) which is 8.99% of New Delhi District overall population, Child sex Ratio of New Delhi District is 894 females for every 1000 males.

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

1.42 Lac

Toatl Population

77.94 k

Male Population

64.06 k

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. New Delhi Population Census 2011
  2. New Delhi 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

New Delhi Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, New Delhi District current estimated population is projected to be 1.84 Lac (1,83,534), indicating a 29.25% increased from New Delhi's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.00 Lac, and the estimated female population is 83.46 k.

New Delhi Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, New Delhi District estimated population is projected to be 1.87 Lac (1,86,823), projecting a 31.56% increased from New Delhi's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.02 Lac, and the estimated female population is 85.01 k.

New Delhi Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in New Delhi District, with a total Hindu population of 1.24 Lac (1,24,482), accounting for 87.66% of the New Delhi District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 68.37 k (68,371), and the Hindu female population is around 56.11 k (56,111).

New Delhi Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in New Delhi District, with a total Muslim population of 8.48 k (8,480), accounting for 5.97% of the New Delhi District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 4.89 k (4,894), and the Muslim female population is around 3.59 k (3,586).

New Delhi Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu1,24,48287.66%
Muslim8,4805.97%
Christian4,8523.42%
Sikh2,9332.07%
Jain6790.48%
Buddhist3120.22%
Religion not stated2000.14%
Other religions and persuasions660.05%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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New Delhi Urban Population

The Urban population of New Delhi District is 1.42 Lac (1,42,004), with 77.94 k (77,942) being males and 64.06 k (64,062) being females, making up 100% of the New Delhi total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 822 females for every 1000 males.

New Delhi Rural Population

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

New Delhi Literacy Rate

New Delhi District has a literacy rate of 88.34% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of New Delhi District is 92.24 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of New Delhi District is 83.56 higher than national average of 64.63%. In New Delhi District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.34%, while in the rural regions of New Delhi District, it is around N/A%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of New Delhi

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 88.34 92.24 83.56
Urban Area 88.34 92.24 83.56
Rural Area 0 0 0

Literacy Rate by Religion in New Delhi

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 88.49 92.66 83.38
Muslim 78.36 81.84 73.47
Christian 95.24 97.09 93.48
Sikh 95.23 95.96 94.24

New Delhi Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in New Delhi District is 33.25 k (33,245) with 17.89 k (17,885) males and 15.36 k (15,360) females, which is 23.41% of New Delhi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 859 females for every 1000 males.

New Delhi Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

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

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of New Delhi

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 822
Urban Area 822
Rural Area 0

Sex Ratio by Religion in New Delhi

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 821
Muslim 733
Christian 1049
Sikh 740

New Delhi Area & Households

The Total Area of New Delhi District is 35 Square KM, with a population density of 4,057 people per square kilometer, The Total Number of households in New Delhi District are 33.21 k(33,208).

New Delhi Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In New Delhi District, there are about 59.54 k (59,541) workers, making up nearly 41.93% of the New Delhi District total population. Out of these, around 46.94 k (46,940) are male workers, and about 12.60 k (12,601) are female workers.

New Delhi - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, New Delhi district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,43,846, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,42,004 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 17.04% 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.The average growth rate over the period is 0.90%.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.

New Delhi District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,43,846 to 1,42,004.
  • The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 17.04%.
  • 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 1.44 Lac N.A. N.A. 86.18 k 57.67 k
1971 1.65 Lac 20.86 k 14.49883904 96.56 k 68.14 k
1981 1.44 Lac -20.59 k -12.49954463 83.85 k 60.26 k
1991 1.69 Lac 24.55 k 17.03778233 94.07 k 74.60 k
2001 1.79 Lac 10.44 k 6.191416324 99.96 k 79.16 k
2011 1.42 Lac -37.11 k -20.71776319 77.94 k 64.06 k

Historical Population of New Delhi by Census Year 1901-2011

New Delhi - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 1.84 Lac (1,83,534) 29.25% ↑
2025 1.87 Lac (1,86,823) 31.56% 2.31 % ↑
2026 1.90 Lac (1,90,155) 33.91% 2.35 % ↑
2027 1.94 Lac (1,93,511) 36.27% 2.36 % ↑
2028 1.97 Lac (1,96,876) 38.64% 2.37 % ↑
2029 2.00 Lac (2,00,232) 41% 2.36 % ↑
2030 2.04 Lac (2,03,597) 43.37% 2.37 % ↑
2031 2.07 Lac (2,06,978) 45.75% 2.38 % ↑
2032 2.10 Lac (2,10,385) 48.15% 2.4 % ↑
2033 2.14 Lac (2,13,791) 50.55% 2.4 % ↑
2034 2.17 Lac (2,17,189) 52.95% 2.4 % ↑
2035 2.21 Lac (2,20,596) 55.34% 2.39 % ↑
2036 2.24 Lac (2,24,002) 57.74% 2.4 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that New Delhi District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.24 Lac (2,24,002), with a male population of 1.21 Lac (1,20,908) and a female population of 1.03 Lac (1,02,986). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from New Delhi District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.31%.