North East Population
As per the 2011 Census, North East District has a population of 22.42 Lac (22,41,624) with 11.88 Lac (11,88,425) males and 10.53 Lac (10,53,199) females.The sex ratio in North East is 887, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of North East District is 3.02 Lac (3,01,947) which is 13.47% of North East District overall population, Child sex Ratio of North East District is 881 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, North East District is listed as part of NCT OF DELHI State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- North East Population Census 2011
- North East 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
North East Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, North East District current estimated population is projected to be 28.97 Lac (28,97,189), indicating a 29.25% increased from North East's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.25 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.72 Lac.
North East Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, North East District estimated population is projected to be 29.49 Lac (29,49,117), projecting a 31.56% increased from North East's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 15.52 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.98 Lac.
North East Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in North East District, with a total Hindu population of 15.29 Lac (15,29,337), accounting for 68.22% of the North East District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.15 Lac (8,14,621), and the Hindu female population is around 7.15 Lac (7,14,716).
North East Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in North East District, with a total Muslim population of 6.58 Lac (6,57,585), accounting for 29.34% of the North East District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.46 Lac (3,45,563), and the Muslim female population is around 3.12 Lac (3,12,022).
North East Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,29,337 | 68.22% |
| Muslim | 6,57,585 | 29.34% |
| Jain | 24,673 | 1.1% |
| Sikh | 17,424 | 0.78% |
| Christian | 9,123 | 0.41% |
| Buddhist | 2,388 | 0.11% |
| Religion not stated | 1,046 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 48 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNorth East Urban Population
The Urban population of North East District is 22.20 Lac (22,20,097), with 11.77 Lac (11,76,707) being males and 10.43 Lac (10,43,390) being females, making up 99.04% of the North East total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 887 females for every 1000 males.
North East Rural Population
The Rural population of North East District is 21.53 k (21,527), with 11.72 k (11,718) being males and 9.81 k (9,809) being females, making up 0.96% of the North East total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 838 females for every 1000 males.
North East Literacy Rate
North East District has a literacy rate of 83.09% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of North East District is 88.78 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of North East District is 76.67 higher than national average of 64.63%. In North East District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.12%, while in the rural regions of North East District, it is around 79.74%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of North East
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83.09 | 88.78 | 76.67 |
| Urban Area | 83.12 | 88.8 | 76.71 |
| Rural Area | 79.74 | 86.19 | 72.02 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in North East
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 86.77 | 92.6 | 80.16 |
| Muslim | 73.22 | 78.87 | 66.9 |
| Jain | 96.93 | 98.16 | 95.62 |
| Sikh | 91.09 | 93.23 | 88.8 |
North East Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in North East District is 3.74 Lac (3,73,758) with 1.97 Lac (1,97,059) males and 1.77 Lac (1,76,699) females, which is 16.67% of North East District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 897 females for every 1000 males.
North East Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in North East District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in North East District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of North East
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 |
| Urban Area | 887 |
| Rural Area | 838 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in North East
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 878 |
| Muslim | 903 |
| Jain | 933 |
| Sikh | 938 |
North East Area & Households
The Total Area of North East District is 62 Square KM, with a population density of 36,155 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in North East District are 15 and the Total Number of Villages in North East District are 9.The Total Number of households in North East District are 4.06 Lac(4,06,125).
North East Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In North East District, there are about 6.61 Lac (6,61,386) workers, making up nearly 29.5% of the North East District total population. Out of these, around 5.94 Lac (5,94,353) are male workers, and about 67.03 k (67,033) are female workers.
North East - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, North East district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 38,155, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 22,41,624 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 312.17% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 146.89%.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.
North East District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 38,155 to 22,41,624.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 312.17%.
- 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 | 38.16 k | N.A. | N.A. | 21.71 k | 16.44 k |
| 1971 | 1.57 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 312.1661643 | 88.90 k | 68.37 k |
| 1981 | 4.87 Lac | 3.30 Lac | 209.9706223 | 2.70 Lac | 2.17 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.85 Lac | 5.98 Lac | 122.6309117 | 5.91 Lac | 4.94 Lac |
| 2001 | 17.68 Lac | 6.83 Lac | 62.91739231 | 9.56 Lac | 8.12 Lac |
| 2011 | 22.42 Lac | 4.74 Lac | 26.78431344 | 11.88 Lac | 10.53 Lac |
North East - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 28.97 Lac (28,97,189) | 29.25% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 29.49 Lac (29,49,117) | 31.56% | 2.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 30.02 Lac (30,01,705) | 33.91% | 2.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 30.55 Lac (30,54,688) | 36.27% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 31.08 Lac (31,07,802) | 38.64% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 31.61 Lac (31,60,785) | 41% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 32.14 Lac (32,13,900) | 43.37% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 32.67 Lac (32,67,278) | 45.75% | 2.38 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 33.21 Lac (33,21,052) | 48.15% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 33.75 Lac (33,74,826) | 50.55% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 34.28 Lac (34,28,467) | 52.95% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 34.82 Lac (34,82,241) | 55.34% | 2.39 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 35.36 Lac (35,36,015) | 57.74% | 2.4 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that North East District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 35.36 Lac (35,36,015), with a male population of 18.44 Lac (18,43,541) and a female population of 16.93 Lac (16,93,113). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from North East District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.37%.