West Population
As per the 2011 Census, West District has a population of 25.43 Lac (25,43,243) with 13.56 Lac (13,56,240) males and 11.87 Lac (11,87,003) females.The sex ratio in West is 876, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of West District is 2.88 Lac (2,88,421) which is 11.34% of West District overall population, Child sex Ratio of West District is 872 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, West District is listed as part of NCT OF DELHI State in INDIA.
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West Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, West District current estimated population is projected to be 32.87 Lac (32,87,016), indicating a 29.25% increased from West's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 17.41 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.46 Lac.
West Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, West District estimated population is projected to be 33.46 Lac (33,45,932), projecting a 31.56% increased from West's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 17.71 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.75 Lac.
West Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in West District, with a total Hindu population of 20.87 Lac (20,87,294), accounting for 82.07% of the West District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.15 Lac (11,15,285), and the Hindu female population is around 9.72 Lac (9,72,009).
West Sikh Population
Sikh is the second most popular religion in West District, with a total Sikh population of 2.72 Lac (2,71,752), accounting for 10.69% of the West District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 1.40 Lac (1,39,971), and the Sikh female population is around 1.32 Lac (1,31,781).
West Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 20,87,294 | 82.07% |
| Sikh | 2,71,752 | 10.69% |
| Muslim | 1,49,807 | 5.89% |
| Christian | 18,337 | 0.72% |
| Jain | 11,322 | 0.45% |
| Religion not stated | 2,465 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 1,993 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 273 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationWest Urban Population
The Urban population of West District is 25.37 Lac (25,36,823), with 13.53 Lac (13,52,885) being males and 11.84 Lac (11,83,938) being females, making up 99.75% of the West total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 876 females for every 1000 males.
West Rural Population
The Rural population of West District is 6.42 k (6,420), with 3.36 k (3,355) being males and 3.07 k (3,065) being females, making up 0.25% of the West total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 914 females for every 1000 males.
West Literacy Rate
West District has a literacy rate of 86.98% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of West District is 91 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of West District is 82.39 higher than national average of 64.63%. In West District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.99%, while in the rural regions of West District, it is around 81.03%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of West
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.98 | 91 | 82.39 |
| Urban Area | 86.99 | 91 | 82.41 |
| Rural Area | 81.03 | 90.44 | 71 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in West
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 86.97 | 91.34 | 81.96 |
| Sikh | 94.3 | 96.23 | 92.27 |
| Muslim | 70.8 | 75.82 | 64.25 |
| Christian | 95.63 | 97.13 | 94.24 |
West Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in West District is 3.76 Lac (3,76,472) with 2.00 Lac (2,00,098) males and 1.76 Lac (1,76,374) females, which is 14.8% of West District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 882 females for every 1000 males.
West Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in West District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in West District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of West
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 |
| Urban Area | 876 |
| Rural Area | 914 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in West
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 872 |
| Sikh | 942 |
| Muslim | 791 |
| Christian | 1072 |
West Area & Households
The Total Area of West District is 130 Square KM, with a population density of 19,563 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in West District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in West District are 2.The Total Number of households in West District are 5.33 Lac(5,33,221).
West Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In West District, there are about 8.74 Lac (8,74,320) workers, making up nearly 34.38% of the West District total population. Out of these, around 7.33 Lac (7,32,598) are male workers, and about 1.42 Lac (1,41,722) are female workers.
West - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, West district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,50,702, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 25,43,243 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 128.55% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 62.67%.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.
West District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,50,702 to 25,43,243.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 128.55%.
- 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 | 2.51 Lac | N.A. | N.A. | 1.39 Lac | 1.12 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.73 Lac | 3.22 Lac | 128.5486354 | 3.12 Lac | 2.61 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.59 Lac | 3.86 Lac | 67.35971489 | 5.24 Lac | 4.35 Lac |
| 1991 | 14.33 Lac | 4.74 Lac | 49.44120067 | 7.75 Lac | 6.58 Lac |
| 2001 | 21.29 Lac | 6.96 Lac | 48.5590752 | 11.63 Lac | 9.66 Lac |
| 2011 | 25.43 Lac | 4.14 Lac | 19.46232529 | 13.56 Lac | 11.87 Lac |
West - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32.87 Lac (32,87,016) | 29.25% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 33.46 Lac (33,45,932) | 31.56% | 2.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 34.06 Lac (34,05,595) | 33.91% | 2.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 34.66 Lac (34,65,707) | 36.27% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 35.26 Lac (35,25,969) | 38.64% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 35.86 Lac (35,86,081) | 41% | 2.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 36.46 Lac (36,46,342) | 43.37% | 2.37 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 37.07 Lac (37,06,903) | 45.75% | 2.38 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 37.68 Lac (37,67,912) | 48.15% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 38.29 Lac (38,28,921) | 50.55% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 38.90 Lac (38,89,781) | 52.95% | 2.4 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 39.51 Lac (39,50,790) | 55.34% | 2.39 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 40.12 Lac (40,11,799) | 57.74% | 2.4 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that West District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 40.12 Lac (40,11,799), with a male population of 21.04 Lac (21,03,864) and a female population of 19.08 Lac (19,08,215). This reflects a total growth of 57.74% from West District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 2.31%.