Dindigul Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dindigul District has a population of 21.60 Lac (21,59,775) with 10.81 Lac (10,80,938) males and 10.79 Lac (10,78,837) females.The sex ratio in Dindigul is 999, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dindigul District is 2.17 Lac (2,16,576) which is 10.03% of Dindigul District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dindigul District is 935 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dindigul District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dindigul Population Census 2011
- Dindigul 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
Dindigul Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dindigul District current estimated population is projected to be 23.02 Lac (23,02,445), indicating a 6.61% increased from Dindigul's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.48 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.55 Lac.
Dindigul Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dindigul District estimated population is projected to be 23.09 Lac (23,09,272), projecting a 6.92% increased from Dindigul's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.59 Lac.
Dindigul Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dindigul District, with a total Hindu population of 18.79 Lac (18,79,494), accounting for 87.02% of the Dindigul District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.42 Lac (9,42,472), and the Hindu female population is around 9.37 Lac (9,37,022).
Dindigul Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Dindigul District, with a total Christian population of 1.70 Lac (1,69,945), accounting for 7.87% of the Dindigul District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 83.39 k (83,394), and the Christian female population is around 86.55 k (86,551).
Dindigul Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 18,79,494 | 87.02% |
| Christian | 1,69,945 | 7.87% |
| Muslim | 1,05,012 | 4.86% |
| Religion not stated | 4,546 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 313 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 256 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 138 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 71 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDindigul Urban Population
The Urban population of Dindigul District is 8.08 Lac (8,08,040), with 4.02 Lac (4,02,333) being males and 4.06 Lac (4,05,707) being females, making up 37.41% of the Dindigul total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1009 females for every 1000 males.
Dindigul Rural Population
The Rural population of Dindigul District is 13.52 Lac (13,51,735), with 6.79 Lac (6,78,605) being males and 6.73 Lac (6,73,130) being females, making up 62.59% of the Dindigul total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Dindigul Literacy Rate
Dindigul District has a literacy rate of 76.26% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dindigul District is 84.23 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dindigul District is 68.33 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dindigul District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.89%, while in the rural regions of Dindigul District, it is around 71.67%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dindigul
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.26 | 84.23 | 68.33 |
| Urban Area | 83.89 | 89.68 | 78.19 |
| Rural Area | 71.67 | 80.98 | 62.36 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dindigul
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.84 | 83.27 | 66.43 |
| Christian | 84.32 | 88.86 | 79.96 |
| Muslim | 88.45 | 93.99 | 82.98 |
| Religion not stated | 82.39 | 90.82 | 73.8 |
Dindigul Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dindigul District is 4.52 Lac (4,52,376) with 2.26 Lac (2,25,573) males and 2.27 Lac (2,26,803) females, which is 20.95% of Dindigul District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1006 females for every 1000 males.
Dindigul Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dindigul District is 8.06 k (8,064) with 4.10 k (4,095) males and 3.97 k (3,969) females, which is 0.37% of Dindigul District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dindigul
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 999 |
| Urban Area | 1009 |
| Rural Area | 992 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dindigul
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 995 |
| Christian | 1038 |
| Muslim | 1005 |
| Religion not stated | 962 |
Dindigul Area & Households
The Total Area of Dindigul District is 6,036 Square KM, with a population density of 358 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dindigul District are 34 and the Total Number of Villages in Dindigul District are 362.The Total Number of households in Dindigul District are 5.61 Lac(5,60,773).
Dindigul Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dindigul District, there are about 11.05 Lac (11,05,155) workers, making up nearly 51.17% of the Dindigul District total population. Out of these, around 6.65 Lac (6,65,469) are male workers, and about 4.40 Lac (4,39,686) are female workers.
Dindigul - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dindigul district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,14,098, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 21,59,775 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 18.64% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 10.65%.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.
Dindigul District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,14,098 to 21,59,775.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 18.64%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 7.14 Lac | - | - | 3.48 Lac | 3.66 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.80 Lac | 66.34 k | 9.290321496 | 3.81 Lac | 3.99 Lac |
| 1921 | 8.14 Lac | 33.14 k | 4.24645072 | 3.99 Lac | 4.15 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.60 Lac | 46.23 k | 5.682040264 | 4.22 Lac | 4.38 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.75 Lac | 1.15 Lac | 13.37331896 | 4.81 Lac | 4.93 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.84 Lac | 1.09 Lac | 11.19928929 | 5.38 Lac | 5.46 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.78 Lac | 94.40 k | 8.708684052 | 5.88 Lac | 5.90 Lac |
| 1971 | 13.98 Lac | 2.20 Lac | 18.64111483 | 7.02 Lac | 6.96 Lac |
| 1981 | 15.64 Lac | 1.66 Lac | 11.90431059 | 7.90 Lac | 7.74 Lac |
| 1991 | 17.61 Lac | 1.96 Lac | 12.53816042 | 8.91 Lac | 8.70 Lac |
| 2001 | 19.23 Lac | 1.62 Lac | 9.224861283 | 9.68 Lac | 9.55 Lac |
| 2011 | 21.60 Lac | 2.37 Lac | 12.31197485 | 10.81 Lac | 10.79 Lac |
Dindigul - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.02 Lac (23,02,445) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 23.09 Lac (23,09,272) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 23.14 Lac (23,13,983) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 23.17 Lac (23,17,174) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 23.20 Lac (23,20,364) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 23.24 Lac (23,23,554) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 23.27 Lac (23,26,745) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 23.28 Lac (23,28,027) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 23.28 Lac (23,27,937) | 7.79% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2033 | 23.28 Lac (23,27,848) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 23.28 Lac (23,27,758) | 7.78% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2035 | 23.28 Lac (23,27,669) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 23.28 Lac (23,27,579) | 7.77% | 0 % ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dindigul District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 23.28 Lac (23,27,579), with a male population of 11.54 Lac (11,53,939) and a female population of 11.74 Lac (11,73,656). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Dindigul District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.31%.