North Population
As per the 2011 Census, North District has a population of 8.88 Lac (8,87,978) with 4.75 Lac (4,75,002) males and 4.13 Lac (4,12,976) females.The sex ratio in North is 870, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of North District is 1.03 Lac (1,03,304) which is 11.63% of North District overall population, Child sex Ratio of North District is 873 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, North District is listed as part of NCT OF DELHI State in INDIA.
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North Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, North District current estimated population is projected to be 11.48 Lac (11,47,668), indicating a 29.25% increased from North's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.10 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.38 Lac.
North Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, North District estimated population is projected to be 11.68 Lac (11,68,239), projecting a 31.56% increased from North's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.20 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.48 Lac.
North Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in North District, with a total Hindu population of 7.26 Lac (7,26,443), accounting for 81.81% of the North District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.90 Lac (3,89,824), and the Hindu female population is around 3.37 Lac (3,36,619).
North Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in North District, with a total Muslim population of 1.20 Lac (1,19,792), accounting for 13.49% of the North District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 63.76 k (63,757), and the Muslim female population is around 56.04 k (56,035).
North Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 7,26,443 | 81.81% |
| Muslim | 1,19,792 | 13.49% |
| Sikh | 19,066 | 2.15% |
| Jain | 13,049 | 1.47% |
| Christian | 7,256 | 0.82% |
| Buddhist | 1,824 | 0.21% |
| Religion not stated | 467 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 81 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNorth Urban Population
The Urban population of North District is 8.70 Lac (8,70,232), with 4.65 Lac (4,65,456) being males and 4.05 Lac (4,04,776) being females, making up 98% of the North total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 870 females for every 1000 males.
North Rural Population
The Rural population of North District is 17.75 k (17,746), with 9.55 k (9,546) being males and 8.20 k (8,200) being females, making up 2% of the North total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 859 females for every 1000 males.
North Literacy Rate
North District has a literacy rate of 86.85% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of North District is 90.89 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of North District is 82.2 higher than national average of 64.63%. In North District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.87%, while in the rural regions of North District, it is around 86.23%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of North
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.85 | 90.89 | 82.2 |
| Urban Area | 86.87 | 90.85 | 82.28 |
| Rural Area | 86.23 | 93.02 | 78.28 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in North
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.37 | 91.82 | 82.23 |
| Muslim | 80.52 | 83.12 | 77.55 |
| Sikh | 95.19 | 97.09 | 93.17 |
| Jain | 98.03 | 98.81 | 97.23 |
North Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in North District is 1.66 Lac (1,65,663) with 87.01 k (87,007) males and 78.66 k (78,656) females, which is 18.66% of North District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 905 females for every 1000 males.
North Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in North District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in North District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of North
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 |
| Urban Area | 870 |
| Rural Area | 859 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in North
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 864 |
| Muslim | 879 |
| Sikh | 927 |
| Jain | 942 |
North Area & Households
The Total Area of North District is 61 Square KM, with a population density of 14,557 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in North District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in North District are 4.The Total Number of households in North District are 1.80 Lac(1,80,044).
North Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In North District, there are about 2.96 Lac (2,96,446) workers, making up nearly 33.38% of the North District total population. Out of these, around 2.58 Lac (2,57,575) are male workers, and about 38.87 k (38,871) are female workers.
North - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, North district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,11,376, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 8,87,978 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 13.82% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 7.87%.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 District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,11,376 to 8,87,978.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 13.82%.
- 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 | 6.11 Lac | N.A. | N.A. | 3.48 Lac | 2.63 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.53 Lac | 41.85 k | 6.844887598 | 3.67 Lac | 2.86 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.58 Lac | 4.39 k | 0.671285807 | 3.65 Lac | 2.92 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.87 Lac | 29.05 k | 4.416758286 | 3.77 Lac | 3.09 Lac |
| 2001 | 7.82 Lac | 94.87 k | 13.81641991 | 4.28 Lac | 3.54 Lac |
| 2011 | 8.88 Lac | 1.06 Lac | 13.62118934 | 4.75 Lac | 4.13 Lac |
North - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.48 Lac (11,47,668) | 29.25% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.68 Lac (11,68,239) | 31.56% | 2.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.89 Lac (11,89,070) | 33.91% | 2.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.10 Lac (12,10,058) | 36.27% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.31 Lac (12,31,099) | 38.64% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.52 Lac (12,52,087) | 41% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 12.73 Lac (12,73,127) | 43.37% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 12.94 Lac (12,94,272) | 45.75% | 2.38 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.16 Lac (13,15,574) | 48.15% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.37 Lac (13,36,875) | 50.55% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.58 Lac (13,58,124) | 52.95% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.79 Lac (13,79,426) | 55.34% | 2.39 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 14.01 Lac (14,00,727) | 57.74% | 2.4 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that North District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 14.01 Lac (14,00,727), with a male population of 7.37 Lac (7,36,846) and a female population of 6.64 Lac (6,63,897). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from North District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.37%.