Ariyalur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ariyalur District has a population of 7.55 Lac (7,54,894) with 3.75 Lac (3,74,703) males and 3.80 Lac (3,80,191) females.The sex ratio in Ariyalur is 1015, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ariyalur District is 81.19 k (81,187) which is 10.75% of Ariyalur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ariyalur District is 897 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ariyalur District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ariyalur Population Census 2011
- Ariyalur 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
Ariyalur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ariyalur District current estimated population is projected to be 8.05 Lac (8,04,761), indicating a 6.61% increased from Ariyalur 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.98 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.07 Lac.
Ariyalur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ariyalur District estimated population is projected to be 8.07 Lac (8,07,147), projecting a 6.92% increased from Ariyalur 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.99 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.08 Lac.
Ariyalur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ariyalur District, with a total Hindu population of 7.08 Lac (7,08,397), accounting for 93.84% of the Ariyalur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.52 Lac (3,52,022), and the Hindu female population is around 3.56 Lac (3,56,375).
Ariyalur Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Ariyalur District, with a total Christian population of 37.40 k (37,403), accounting for 4.95% of the Ariyalur District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 18.31 k (18,313), and the Christian female population is around 19.09 k (19,090).
Ariyalur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 7,08,397 | 93.84% |
| Christian | 37,403 | 4.95% |
| Muslim | 7,942 | 1.05% |
| Religion not stated | 853 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 104 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 88 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 65 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 42 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAriyalur Urban Population
The Urban population of Ariyalur District is 83.79 k (83,794), with 41.45 k (41,450) being males and 42.34 k (42,344) being females, making up 11.1% of the Ariyalur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1022 females for every 1000 males.
Ariyalur Rural Population
The Rural population of Ariyalur District is 6.71 Lac (6,71,100), with 3.33 Lac (3,33,253) being males and 3.38 Lac (3,37,847) being females, making up 88.9% of the Ariyalur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1014 females for every 1000 males.
Ariyalur Literacy Rate
Ariyalur District has a literacy rate of 71.34% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ariyalur District is 81.23 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ariyalur District is 61.74 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Ariyalur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.39%, while in the rural regions of Ariyalur District, it is around 70.07%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ariyalur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.34 | 81.23 | 61.74 |
| Urban Area | 81.39 | 87.99 | 75.01 |
| Rural Area | 70.07 | 80.38 | 60.06 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ariyalur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.8 | 80.93 | 60.93 |
| Christian | 78.48 | 84.74 | 72.54 |
| Muslim | 84.66 | 90.32 | 79.52 |
| Religion not stated | 78.51 | 88.33 | 70.54 |
Ariyalur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ariyalur District is 1.76 Lac (1,76,230) with 88.08 k (88,076) males and 88.15 k (88,154) females, which is 23.34% of Ariyalur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Ariyalur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ariyalur District is 10.72 k (10,722) with 5.27 k (5,274) males and 5.45 k (5,448) females, which is 1.42% of Ariyalur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1033 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ariyalur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1015 |
| Urban Area | 1022 |
| Rural Area | 1014 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ariyalur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1013 |
| Christian | 1043 |
| Muslim | 1079 |
| Religion not stated | 1128 |
Ariyalur Area & Households
The Total Area of Ariyalur District is 1,940 Square KM, with a population density of 389 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ariyalur District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Ariyalur District are 213.The Total Number of households in Ariyalur District are 1.97 Lac(1,97,090).
Ariyalur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ariyalur District, there are about 3.60 Lac (3,59,851) workers, making up nearly 47.67% of the Ariyalur District total population. Out of these, around 2.13 Lac (2,12,547) are male workers, and about 1.47 Lac (1,47,304) are female workers.
Ariyalur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ariyalur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,71,501, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 7,54,894 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 17.37% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 9.83%.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.
Ariyalur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,71,501 to 7,54,894.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 17.37%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.72 Lac | - | - | 1.32 Lac | 1.39 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.95 Lac | 23.12 k | 8.51562241 | 1.43 Lac | 1.52 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.07 Lac | 12.14 k | 4.121566351 | 1.50 Lac | 1.57 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.09 Lac | 2.07 k | 0.675763779 | 1.51 Lac | 1.58 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.48 Lac | 39.54 k | 12.8041653 | 1.72 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.98 Lac | 49.85 k | 14.3090467 | 2.00 Lac | 1.99 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.38 Lac | 39.46 k | 9.909072875 | 2.19 Lac | 2.18 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.14 Lac | 76.01 k | 17.36654999 | 2.59 Lac | 2.55 Lac |
| 1981 | 5.72 Lac | 58.79 k | 11.44511236 | 2.90 Lac | 2.83 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.36 Lac | 63.88 k | 11.1586416 | 3.22 Lac | 3.14 Lac |
| 2001 | 6.96 Lac | 59.14 k | 9.293646416 | 3.47 Lac | 3.49 Lac |
| 2011 | 7.55 Lac | 59.37 k | 8.53601026 | 3.75 Lac | 3.80 Lac |
Ariyalur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8.05 Lac (8,04,761) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 8.07 Lac (8,07,147) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 8.09 Lac (8,08,794) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 8.10 Lac (8,09,909) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 8.11 Lac (8,11,024) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 8.12 Lac (8,12,139) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 8.13 Lac (8,13,254) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 8.14 Lac (8,13,702) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 8.14 Lac (8,13,671) | 7.79% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2033 | 8.14 Lac (8,13,640) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 8.14 Lac (8,13,609) | 7.78% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2035 | 8.14 Lac (8,13,577) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 8.14 Lac (8,13,546) | 7.77% | 0 % ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ariyalur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 8.14 Lac (8,13,546), with a male population of 4.00 Lac (4,00,009) and a female population of 4.14 Lac (4,13,606). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Ariyalur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.31%.