Tamil Nadu Population
As per the 2011 Census, Tamil Nadu State has a population of 7.21 Cr (7,21,47,030) with 3.61 Cr (3,61,37,975) males and 3.60 Cr (3,60,09,055) females.The sex ratio in Tamil Nadu is 997, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Tamil Nadu State is 74.24 Lac (74,23,832) which is 10.29% of Tamil Nadu State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Tamil Nadu State is 944 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Tamil Nadu State is listed as part of the South region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Tamil Nadu Population Census 2011
- Tamil Nadu 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
Tamil Nadu Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Tamil Nadu State current estimated population is projected to be 7.69 Cr (7,69,12,876), indicating a 6.61% increased from Tamil Nadu's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.84 Cr, and the estimated female population is 3.85 Cr.
Tamil Nadu Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Tamil Nadu State estimated population is projected to be 7.71 Cr (7,71,40,959), projecting a 6.92% increased from Tamil Nadu's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.85 Cr, and the estimated female population is 3.87 Cr.
Tamil Nadu Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Tamil Nadu State, with a total Hindu population of 6.32 Cr (6,31,88,168), accounting for 87.58% of the Tamil Nadu State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.17 Cr (3,17,15,046), and the Hindu female population is around 3.15 Cr (3,14,73,122).
Tamil Nadu Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Tamil Nadu State, with a total Christian population of 44.18 Lac (44,18,331), accounting for 6.12% of the Tamil Nadu State population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 21.71 Lac (21,71,413), and the Christian female population is around 22.47 Lac (22,46,918).
Tamil Nadu Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 6,31,88,168 | 87.58% |
| Christian | 44,18,331 | 6.12% |
| Muslim | 42,29,479 | 5.86% |
| Religion not stated | 1,88,586 | 0.26% |
| Jain | 89,265 | 0.12% |
| Sikh | 14,601 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 11,186 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 7,414 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationTamil Nadu Urban Population
The Urban population of Tamil Nadu State is 3.49 Cr (3,49,17,440), with 1.75 Cr (1,74,58,910) being males and 1.75 Cr (1,74,58,530) being females, making up 48.4% of the Tamil Nadu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Tamil Nadu Rural Population
The Rural population of Tamil Nadu State is 3.72 Cr (3,72,29,590), with 1.87 Cr (1,86,79,065) being males and 1.86 Cr (1,85,50,525) being females, making up 51.6% of the Tamil Nadu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Tamil Nadu Literacy Rate
Tamil Nadu State has a literacy rate of 80.09% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Tamil Nadu State is 86.77 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Tamil Nadu State is 73.44 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Tamil Nadu State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.04%, while in the rural regions of Tamil Nadu State, it is around 73.54%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Tamil Nadu
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80.09 | 86.77 | 73.44 |
| Urban Area | 87.04 | 91.8 | 82.31 |
| Rural Area | 73.54 | 82.04 | 65.05 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Tamil Nadu
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.83 | 85.92 | 71.72 |
| Christian | 90.14 | 93.17 | 87.23 |
| Muslim | 88.17 | 92.76 | 83.69 |
| Religion not stated | 83.36 | 89.14 | 78.43 |
Tamil Nadu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Tamil Nadu State is 1.44 Cr (1,44,38,445) with 72.05 Lac (72,04,687) males and 72.34 Lac (72,33,758) females, which is 20.01% of Tamil Nadu State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1005 females for every 1000 males.
Tamil Nadu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Tamil Nadu State is 7.95 Lac (7,94,697) with 4.01 Lac (4,01,068) males and 3.94 Lac (3,93,629) females, which is 1.1% of Tamil Nadu State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Tamil Nadu Slum Population
Slum Population in Tamil Nadu State is 57.98 Lac (57,98,459) with 28.87 Lac (28,86,993) males and 29.11 Lac (29,11,466) females, which is 8.04% of Tamil Nadu State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 1009 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Tamil Nadu State are 14.64 Lac (14,63,689).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Tamil Nadu
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 997 |
| Urban Area | 1000 |
| Rural Area | 994 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Tamil Nadu
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 993 |
| Christian | 1035 |
| Muslim | 1015 |
| Religion not stated | 1122 |
Tamil Nadu Area & Households
The Total Area of Tamil Nadu State is 1,30,060 Square KM, with a population density of 555 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Tamil Nadu State are 1,097 and the Total Number of Villages in Tamil Nadu State are 15,979.The Total Number of households in Tamil Nadu State are 1.85 Cr(1,85,24,982).
Tamil Nadu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Tamil Nadu State, there are about 3.29 Cr (3,28,84,681) workers, making up nearly 45.58% of the Tamil Nadu State total population. Out of these, around 2.14 Cr (2,14,34,978) are male workers, and about 1.14 Cr (1,14,49,703) are female workers.
Tamil Nadu - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Tamil Nadu state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 1,92,52,630, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 7,21,47,030 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 22.3% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 12.86%.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.
Tamil Nadu State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,92,52,630 to 7,21,47,030.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 22.3%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.93 Cr | - | - | 94.19 Lac | 98.33 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.09 Cr | 16.50 Lac | 8.570184957 | 1.02 Cr | 1.07 Cr |
| 1921 | 2.16 Cr | 7.26 Lac | 3.472780632 | 1.07 Cr | 1.10 Cr |
| 1931 | 2.35 Cr | 18.44 Lac | 8.523843381 | 1.16 Cr | 1.19 Cr |
| 1941 | 2.63 Cr | 27.95 Lac | 11.90949305 | 1.31 Cr | 1.32 Cr |
| 1951 | 3.01 Cr | 38.52 Lac | 14.66275425 | 1.50 Cr | 1.51 Cr |
| 1961 | 3.37 Cr | 35.68 Lac | 11.84601226 | 1.69 Cr | 1.68 Cr |
| 1971 | 4.12 Cr | 75.12 Lac | 22.30007267 | 2.08 Cr | 2.04 Cr |
| 1981 | 4.84 Cr | 72.09 Lac | 17.49770529 | 2.45 Cr | 2.39 Cr |
| 1991 | 5.59 Cr | 74.51 Lac | 15.39178885 | 2.83 Cr | 2.76 Cr |
| 2001 | 6.24 Cr | 65.47 Lac | 11.72011552 | 3.14 Cr | 3.10 Cr |
| 2011 | 7.21 Cr | 97.41 Lac | 15.60971879 | 3.61 Cr | 3.60 Cr |
Tamil Nadu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.69 Cr (7,69,12,876) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.71 Cr (7,71,40,959) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.73 Cr (7,72,98,327) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.74 Cr (7,74,04,898) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.75 Cr (7,75,11,470) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.76 Cr (7,76,18,042) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.77 Cr (7,77,24,613) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.78 Cr (7,77,67,441) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.78 Cr (7,77,64,453) | 7.79% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2033 | 7.78 Cr (7,77,61,465) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 7.78 Cr (7,77,58,477) | 7.78% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2035 | 7.78 Cr (7,77,55,490) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 7.78 Cr (7,77,52,501) | 7.77% | 0 % ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Tamil Nadu State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.78 Cr (7,77,52,501), with a male population of 3.86 Cr (3,85,78,519) and a female population of 3.92 Cr (3,91,73,877). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Tamil Nadu State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.31%.