Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Yanam District

Yanam Population

As per the 2011 Census, Yanam District has a population of 55.63 k (55,626) with 27.30 k (27,301) males and 28.33 k (28,325) females.The sex ratio in Yanam is 1038, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Yanam District is 6.20 k (6,204) which is 11.15% of Yanam District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Yanam District is 921 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Yanam District is listed as part of PUDUCHERRY State in INDIA.

55.63 k

Toatl Population

27.30 k

Male Population

28.33 k

Female Population

Yanam Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Yanam District current estimated population is projected to be 74.87 k (74,872), indicating a 34.6% increased from Yanam's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 35.54 k, and the estimated female population is 39.39 k.

Yanam Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Yanam District estimated population is projected to be 76.54 k (76,541), projecting a 37.6% increased from Yanam's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 36.24 k, and the estimated female population is 40.36 k.

Yanam Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Yanam District, with a total Hindu population of 53.54 k (53,537), accounting for 96.24% of the Yanam District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 26.32 k (26,321), and the Hindu female population is around 27.22 k (27,216).

Yanam Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Yanam District, with a total Muslim population of 1.19 k (1,191), accounting for 2.14% of the Yanam District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 553 (553), and the Muslim female population is around 638 (638).

Yanam Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu53,53796.24%
Muslim1,1912.14%
Christian8731.57%
Religion not stated130.02%
Jain40.01%
Other religions and persuasions40.01%
Sikh30.01%
Buddhist10%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Yanam Urban Population

The Urban population of Yanam District is 55.63 k (55,626), with 27.30 k (27,301) being males and 28.33 k (28,325) being females, making up 100% of the Yanam total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1038 females for every 1000 males.

Yanam Rural Population

The Rural population of Yanam District is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Yanam total population, The sex ratio in rural population is N/A females for every 1000 males.

Yanam Literacy Rate

Yanam District has a literacy rate of 79.47% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Yanam District is 82.75 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Yanam District is 76.35 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Yanam District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.47%, while in the rural regions of Yanam District, it is around N/A%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Yanam

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 79.47 82.75 76.35
Urban Area 79.47 82.75 76.35
Rural Area 0 0 0

Literacy Rate by Religion in Yanam

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 79.3 82.56 76.19
Muslim 89.24 93.62 85.51
Christian 75.68 79.32 72.6
Religion not stated 100 100 100

Yanam Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Yanam District is 8.43 k (8,427) with 4.10 k (4,100) males and 4.33 k (4,327) females, which is 15.15% of Yanam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1056 females for every 1000 males.

Yanam Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes Population in Yanam District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Yanam District.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Yanam

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 1038
Urban Area 1038
Rural Area 0

Sex Ratio by Religion in Yanam

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 1035
Muslim 1154
Christian 1140
Religion not stated 445

Yanam Area & Households

The Total Area of Yanam District is 30 Square KM, with a population density of 1,854 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Yanam District are 1The Total Number of households in Yanam District are 13.81 k(13,812).

Yanam Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Yanam District, there are about 16.76 k (16,760) workers, making up nearly 30.13% of the Yanam District total population. Out of these, around 14.05 k (14,047) are male workers, and about 2.71 k (2,713) are female workers.

Yanam - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Yanam district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,005, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 55,626 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 77.19% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 27.45%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Yanam District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 5,005 to 55,626.
  • The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 77.19%.
  • The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 5.01 k - - N.A N.A
1911 5.03 k 28 0.559440559 2.29 k 2.74 k
1921 4.63 k -403 -8.007152792 2.12 k 2.51 k
1931 5.25 k 619 13.36933045 N.A N.A
1941 5.71 k 462 8.80167651 N.A N.A
1948 5.85 k 142 2.486429697 2.83 k 3.02 k
1961 7.03 k 1.18 k 20.14351615 3.48 k 3.55 k
1971 8.29 k 1.26 k 17.90386803 4.10 k 4.20 k
1981 11.63 k 3.34 k 40.284646 5.89 k 5.74 k
1991 20.30 k 8.67 k 74.50778093 10.31 k 9.99 k
2001 31.39 k 11.10 k 54.6731044 15.89 k 15.50 k
2011 55.63 k 24.23 k 77.18672358 27.30 k 28.33 k

Historical Population of Yanam by Census Year 1901-2011

Yanam - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 74.87 k (74,872) 34.6%
2025 76.54 k (76,541) 37.6% 3 %
2026 78.26 k (78,255) 40.68% 3.08 %
2027 80.06 k (80,056) 43.92% 3.24 %
2028 81.81 k (81,814) 47.08% 3.16 %
2029 83.62 k (83,615) 50.32% 3.24 %
2030 85.42 k (85,417) 53.55% 3.23 %
2031 87.31 k (87,306) 56.95% 3.4 %
2032 89.24 k (89,239) 60.43% 3.48 %
2033 91.22 k (91,217) 63.98% 3.55 %
2034 93.15 k (93,150) 67.46% 3.48 %
2035 95.13 k (95,127) 71.01% 3.55 %
2036 97.10 k (97,104) 74.57% 3.56 %

Projected estimates indicate that Yanam District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 97.10 k (97,104), with a male population of 44.26 k (44,255) and a female population of 52.92 k (52,918). This reflects a total growth of 74.57% from Yanam District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 3.33%.

Yanam Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Yanam is 55.63 k (55,626).

The estimated population of Yanam in 2024 is approximately 74.87 k (74,872).

Hindu constitute 96.24% of Yanam population, amounting to approximately 53.54 k (53,537) people.

Muslim constitute 2.14% of Yanam population, totaling around 1.19 k (1,191) people.

Hindu: 96.24%, Muslim: 2.14%, Christian: 1.57%, Religion not stated: 0.02%, Jain: 0.01%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.01%, Sikh: 0.01%, Buddhist: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Yanam is 8.43 k (15.15%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 0.

In Yanam, 55.63 k (100%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 0 (0%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yanam is 79.47%, with male literacy at 82.75% and female literacy at 76.35%.

The sex ratio in Yanam is 1038 females for every 1000 males.

Yanam population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 3.33% up to 2036.