South Population
As per the 2011 Census, South District has a population of 27.32 Lac (27,31,929) with 14.67 Lac (14,67,428) males and 12.65 Lac (12,64,501) females.The sex ratio in South is 862, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of South District is 3.31 Lac (3,31,043) which is 12.12% of South District overall population, Child sex Ratio of South District is 886 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, South District is listed as part of NCT OF DELHI State in INDIA.
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South Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, South District current estimated population is projected to be 35.31 Lac (35,30,884), indicating a 29.25% increased from South's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 18.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.47 Lac.
South Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, South District estimated population is projected to be 35.94 Lac (35,94,170), projecting a 31.56% increased from South's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 19.16 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.78 Lac.
South Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in South District, with a total Hindu population of 21.56 Lac (21,55,759), accounting for 78.91% of the South District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.58 Lac (11,58,329), and the Hindu female population is around 9.97 Lac (9,97,430).
South Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in South District, with a total Muslim population of 4.46 Lac (4,45,914), accounting for 16.32% of the South District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.43 Lac (2,43,402), and the Muslim female population is around 2.03 Lac (2,02,512).
South Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,55,759 | 78.91% |
| Muslim | 4,45,914 | 16.32% |
| Sikh | 69,520 | 2.54% |
| Christian | 41,880 | 1.53% |
| Jain | 11,020 | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 3,862 | 0.14% |
| Religion not stated | 3,329 | 0.12% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 645 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSouth Urban Population
The Urban population of South District is 27.20 Lac (27,19,736), with 14.61 Lac (14,60,609) being males and 12.59 Lac (12,59,127) being females, making up 99.55% of the South total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 863 females for every 1000 males.
South Rural Population
The Rural population of South District is 12.19 k (12,193), with 6.82 k (6,819) being males and 5.37 k (5,374) being females, making up 0.45% of the South total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 789 females for every 1000 males.
South Literacy Rate
South District has a literacy rate of 86.57% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of South District is 91.73 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of South District is 80.55 higher than national average of 64.63%. In South District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.6%, while in the rural regions of South District, it is around 78.26%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of South
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.57 | 91.73 | 80.55 |
| Urban Area | 86.6 | 91.76 | 80.6 |
| Rural Area | 78.26 | 85.54 | 68.75 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in South
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.2 | 92.56 | 80.96 |
| Muslim | 80.87 | 86.2 | 74.34 |
| Sikh | 94.88 | 97.05 | 92.58 |
| Christian | 94.44 | 96.83 | 92.23 |
South Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in South District is 4.23 Lac (4,22,926) with 2.23 Lac (2,23,199) males and 2.00 Lac (1,99,727) females, which is 15.48% of South District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 895 females for every 1000 males.
South Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in South District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in South District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of South
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 |
| Urban Area | 863 |
| Rural Area | 789 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in South
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 862 |
| Muslim | 833 |
| Sikh | 939 |
| Christian | 1081 |
South Area & Households
The Total Area of South District is 247 Square KM, with a population density of 11,060 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in South District are 23 and the Total Number of Villages in South District are 3.The Total Number of households in South District are 5.74 Lac(5,74,133).
South Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In South District, there are about 9.24 Lac (9,24,393) workers, making up nearly 33.84% of the South District total population. Out of these, around 7.76 Lac (7,75,592) are male workers, and about 1.49 Lac (1,48,801) are female workers.
South - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, South district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,14,789, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 27,31,929 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 87.41% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 55.67%.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.
South District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,14,789 to 27,31,929.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 87.41%.
- 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 | 3.15 Lac | N.A. | N.A. | 1.77 Lac | 1.38 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.90 Lac | 2.75 Lac | 87.41315611 | 3.29 Lac | 2.61 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.87 Lac | 3.97 Lac | 67.27620365 | 5.50 Lac | 4.37 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.02 Lac | 5.15 Lac | 52.18846519 | 8.31 Lac | 6.71 Lac |
| 2001 | 22.67 Lac | 7.65 Lac | 50.94558091 | 12.60 Lac | 10.07 Lac |
| 2011 | 27.32 Lac | 4.65 Lac | 20.50733495 | 14.67 Lac | 12.65 Lac |
South - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35.31 Lac (35,30,884) | 29.25% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 35.94 Lac (35,94,170) | 31.56% | 2.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 36.58 Lac (36,58,260) | 33.91% | 2.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 37.23 Lac (37,22,832) | 36.27% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 37.88 Lac (37,87,564) | 38.64% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 38.52 Lac (38,52,136) | 41% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 39.17 Lac (39,16,868) | 43.37% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 39.82 Lac (39,81,922) | 45.75% | 2.38 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 40.47 Lac (40,47,457) | 48.15% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 41.13 Lac (41,12,993) | 50.55% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 41.78 Lac (41,78,368) | 52.95% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 42.44 Lac (42,43,903) | 55.34% | 2.39 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 43.09 Lac (43,09,439) | 57.74% | 2.4 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that South District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 43.09 Lac (43,09,439), with a male population of 22.76 Lac (22,76,344) and a female population of 20.33 Lac (20,32,800). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from South District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.31%.