Chennai Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chennai District has a population of 46.47 Lac (46,46,732) with 23.36 Lac (23,35,844) males and 23.11 Lac (23,10,888) females.The sex ratio in Chennai is 990, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chennai District is 4.59 Lac (4,59,324) which is 9.88% of Chennai District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chennai District is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chennai District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chennai Population Census 2011
- Chennai 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
Chennai Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chennai District current estimated population is projected to be 49.54 Lac (49,53,684), indicating a 6.61% increased from Chennai's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 24.80 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.74 Lac.
Chennai Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chennai District estimated population is projected to be 49.68 Lac (49,68,374), projecting a 6.92% increased from Chennai's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 24.86 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.82 Lac.
Chennai Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chennai District, with a total Hindu population of 37.51 Lac (37,51,322), accounting for 80.73% of the Chennai District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 18.87 Lac (18,87,443), and the Hindu female population is around 18.64 Lac (18,63,879).
Chennai Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chennai District, with a total Muslim population of 4.39 Lac (4,39,270), accounting for 9.45% of the Chennai District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.23 Lac (2,23,194), and the Muslim female population is around 2.16 Lac (2,16,076).
Chennai Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 37,51,322 | 80.73% |
| Muslim | 4,39,270 | 9.45% |
| Christian | 3,58,662 | 7.72% |
| Jain | 51,708 | 1.11% |
| Religion not stated | 38,356 | 0.83% |
| Sikh | 2,851 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 2,804 | 0.06% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,759 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChennai Urban Population
The Urban population of Chennai District is 46.47 Lac (46,46,732), with 23.36 Lac (23,35,844) being males and 23.11 Lac (23,10,888) being females, making up 100% of the Chennai total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 990 females for every 1000 males.
Chennai Rural Population
The Rural population of Chennai District is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Chennai total population, The sex ratio in rural population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Chennai Literacy Rate
Chennai District has a literacy rate of 90.18% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chennai District is 93.7 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chennai District is 86.64 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Chennai District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.18%, while in the rural regions of Chennai District, it is around N/A%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chennai
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90.18 | 93.7 | 86.64 |
| Urban Area | 90.18 | 93.7 | 86.64 |
| Rural Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chennai
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 89.87 | 93.54 | 86.18 |
| Muslim | 90.05 | 93.5 | 86.49 |
| Christian | 93.41 | 95.77 | 91.16 |
| Jain | 94.89 | 97.7 | 91.95 |
Chennai Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chennai District is 7.80 Lac (7,79,667) with 3.89 Lac (3,89,001) males and 3.91 Lac (3,90,666) females, which is 16.78% of Chennai District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1005 females for every 1000 males.
Chennai Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chennai District is 10.06 k (10,061) with 5.21 k (5,207) males and 4.85 k (4,854) females, which is 0.22% of Chennai District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chennai
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 |
| Urban Area | 990 |
| Rural Area | 0 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chennai
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 988 |
| Muslim | 969 |
| Christian | 1034 |
| Jain | 950 |
Chennai Area & Households
The Total Area of Chennai District is 175 Square KM, with a population density of 26,553 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chennai District are 1The Total Number of households in Chennai District are 11.55 Lac(11,54,982).
Chennai Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chennai District, there are about 18.17 Lac (18,17,297) workers, making up nearly 39.11% of the Chennai District total population. Out of these, around 13.69 Lac (13,69,302) are male workers, and about 4.48 Lac (4,47,995) are female workers.
Chennai - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chennai district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,70,851, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 46,46,732 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1951. The growth rate of 59.8% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 22.05%.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.
Chennai District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,70,851 to 46,46,732.
- The year 1951 stands out with a growth rate of 59.8%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.71 Lac | - | - | 2.88 Lac | 2.83 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.93 Lac | 22.28 k | 3.903120079 | 3.04 Lac | 2.89 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.11 Lac | 18.01 k | 3.036760788 | 3.19 Lac | 2.92 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.57 Lac | 1.46 Lac | 23.87440603 | 3.98 Lac | 3.59 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.10 Lac | 1.53 Lac | 20.26455285 | 4.76 Lac | 4.34 Lac |
| 1951 | 14.55 Lac | 5.44 Lac | 59.79720231 | 7.57 Lac | 6.98 Lac |
| 1961 | 17.76 Lac | 3.21 Lac | 22.09319429 | 9.34 Lac | 8.42 Lac |
| 1971 | 25.79 Lac | 8.03 Lac | 45.20260605 | 13.54 Lac | 12.25 Lac |
| 1981 | 32.77 Lac | 6.97 Lac | 27.03650172 | 16.94 Lac | 15.83 Lac |
| 1991 | 38.41 Lac | 5.65 Lac | 17.23647098 | 19.86 Lac | 18.55 Lac |
| 2001 | 43.44 Lac | 5.02 Lac | 13.07464786 | 22.20 Lac | 21.24 Lac |
| 2011 | 46.47 Lac | 3.03 Lac | 6.977711116 | 23.36 Lac | 23.11 Lac |
Chennai - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 49.54 Lac (49,53,684) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 49.68 Lac (49,68,374) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 49.79 Lac (49,78,509) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 49.85 Lac (49,85,373) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 49.92 Lac (49,92,237) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 49.99 Lac (49,99,101) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 50.06 Lac (50,05,965) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 50.09 Lac (50,08,723) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 50.09 Lac (50,08,531) | 7.79% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2033 | 50.08 Lac (50,08,338) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 50.08 Lac (50,08,146) | 7.78% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2035 | 50.08 Lac (50,07,953) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 50.08 Lac (50,07,761) | 7.77% | 0 % ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chennai District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 50.08 Lac (50,07,761), with a male population of 24.94 Lac (24,93,593) and a female population of 25.14 Lac (25,13,992). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Chennai District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.31%.