North West Population
As per the 2011 Census, North West District has a population of 36.57 Lac (36,56,539) with 19.61 Lac (19,60,922) males and 16.96 Lac (16,95,617) females.The sex ratio in North West is 865, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of North West District is 4.50 Lac (4,49,894) which is 12.3% of North West District overall population, Child sex Ratio of North West District is 866 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, North West District is listed as part of NCT OF DELHI State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- North West Population Census 2011
- North West 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 West Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, North West District current estimated population is projected to be 47.26 Lac (47,25,897), indicating a 29.25% increased from North West's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 25.17 Lac, and the estimated female population is 22.09 Lac.
North West Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, North West District estimated population is projected to be 48.11 Lac (48,10,602), projecting a 31.56% increased from North West's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 25.60 Lac, and the estimated female population is 22.50 Lac.
North West Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in North West District, with a total Hindu population of 32.11 Lac (32,11,042), accounting for 87.82% of the North West District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.24 Lac (17,23,527), and the Hindu female population is around 14.88 Lac (14,87,515).
North West Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in North West District, with a total Muslim population of 2.91 Lac (2,91,330), accounting for 7.97% of the North West District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.58 Lac (1,57,911), and the Muslim female population is around 1.33 Lac (1,33,419).
North West Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 32,11,042 | 87.82% |
| Muslim | 2,91,330 | 7.97% |
| Sikh | 92,129 | 2.52% |
| Jain | 43,460 | 1.19% |
| Christian | 14,100 | 0.39% |
| Buddhist | 2,281 | 0.06% |
| Religion not stated | 1,852 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 345 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNorth West Urban Population
The Urban population of North West District is 34.43 Lac (34,42,589), with 18.45 Lac (18,45,242) being males and 15.97 Lac (15,97,347) being females, making up 94.15% of the North West total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 866 females for every 1000 males.
North West Rural Population
The Rural population of North West District is 2.14 Lac (2,13,950), with 1.16 Lac (1,15,680) being males and 98.27 k (98,270) being females, making up 5.85% of the North West total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 850 females for every 1000 males.
North West Literacy Rate
North West District has a literacy rate of 84.45% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of North West District is 89.66 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of North West District is 78.41 higher than national average of 64.63%. In North West District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.74%, while in the rural regions of North West District, it is around 79.63%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of North West
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.45 | 89.66 | 78.41 |
| Urban Area | 84.74 | 89.81 | 78.88 |
| Rural Area | 79.63 | 87.23 | 70.73 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in North West
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.39 | 90.77 | 79.15 |
| Muslim | 68.5 | 74.08 | 61.78 |
| Sikh | 91.19 | 93.43 | 88.83 |
| Jain | 97.83 | 99 | 96.59 |
North West Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in North West District is 6.97 Lac (6,97,237) with 3.72 Lac (3,71,546) males and 3.26 Lac (3,25,691) females, which is 19.07% of North West District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 877 females for every 1000 males.
North West Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in North West District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in North West District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of North West
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 |
| Urban Area | 866 |
| Rural Area | 850 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in North West
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 864 |
| Muslim | 845 |
| Sikh | 935 |
| Jain | 931 |
North West Area & Households
The Total Area of North West District is 443 Square KM, with a population density of 8,254 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in North West District are 34 and the Total Number of Villages in North West District are 52.The Total Number of households in North West District are 7.36 Lac(7,36,253).
North West Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In North West District, there are about 11.89 Lac (11,88,545) workers, making up nearly 32.5% of the North West District total population. Out of these, around 10.22 Lac (10,22,419) are male workers, and about 1.66 Lac (1,66,126) are female workers.
North West - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, North West district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,40,973, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 36,56,539 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 120.06% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 75.01%.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 West District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,40,973 to 36,56,539.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 120.06%.
- 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 | 2.41 Lac | N.A. | N.A. | 1.31 Lac | 1.10 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.50 Lac | 2.09 Lac | 86.91679151 | 2.49 Lac | 2.01 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.91 Lac | 5.41 Lac | 120.0586565 | 5.50 Lac | 4.41 Lac |
| 1991 | 17.78 Lac | 7.87 Lac | 79.37783625 | 9.76 Lac | 8.02 Lac |
| 2001 | 28.61 Lac | 10.83 Lac | 60.90666424 | 15.72 Lac | 12.89 Lac |
| 2011 | 36.57 Lac | 7.96 Lac | 27.81217875 | 19.61 Lac | 16.96 Lac |
North West - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 47.26 Lac (47,25,897) | 29.25% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 48.11 Lac (48,10,602) | 31.56% | 2.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 48.96 Lac (48,96,383) | 33.91% | 2.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 49.83 Lac (49,82,809) | 36.27% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 50.69 Lac (50,69,450) | 38.64% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 51.56 Lac (51,55,875) | 41% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 52.43 Lac (52,42,516) | 43.37% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 53.30 Lac (53,29,587) | 45.75% | 2.38 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 54.17 Lac (54,17,302) | 48.15% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 55.05 Lac (55,05,018) | 50.55% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 55.93 Lac (55,92,519) | 52.95% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 56.80 Lac (56,80,234) | 55.34% | 2.39 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 57.68 Lac (57,67,950) | 57.74% | 2.4 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that North West District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 57.68 Lac (57,67,950), with a male population of 30.42 Lac (30,41,875) and a female population of 27.26 Lac (27,25,858). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from North West District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.31%.