Natham Population
As per the 2011 Census, Natham Tehsil has a population of 1.59 Lac (1,58,687) with 80.04 k (80,037) males and 78.65 k (78,650) females.The sex ratio in Natham is 983, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Natham Tehsil is 18.71 k (18,708) which is 11.79% of Natham Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Natham Tehsil is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Natham Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Dindigul District in the state of TAMIL NADU in India.
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Natham Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Natham Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.69 Lac (1,69,170), indicating a 6.61% increased from Natham's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 84.97 k, and the estimated female population is 84.19 k.
Natham Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Natham Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.70 Lac (1,69,672), projecting a 6.92% increased from Natham's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 85.19 k, and the estimated female population is 84.48 k.
Natham Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Natham Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.45 Lac (1,45,048), accounting for 91.41% of the Natham Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 73.12 k (73,124), and the Hindu female population is around 71.92 k (71,924).
Natham Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Natham Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 10.80 k (10,795), accounting for 6.8% of the Natham Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 5.51 k (5,512), and the Muslim female population is around 5.28 k (5,283).
Natham Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,45,048 | 91.41% |
| Muslim | 10,795 | 6.8% |
| Christian | 2,179 | 1.37% |
| Religion not stated | 608 | 0.38% |
| Sikh | 38 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 11 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 6 | 0% |
| Jain | 2 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNatham Urban Population
The Urban population of Natham Tehsil is 23.66 k (23,660), with 11.77 k (11,773) being males and 11.89 k (11,887) being females, making up 14.91% of the Natham total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1010 females for every 1000 males.
Natham Rural Population
The Rural population of Natham Tehsil is 1.35 Lac (1,35,027), with 68.26 k (68,264) being males and 66.76 k (66,763) being females, making up 85.09% of the Natham total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Natham Literacy Rate
Natham Tehsil has a literacy rate of 72.3% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Natham Tehsil is 81.92 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Natham Tehsil is 62.56 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Natham Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.52%, while in the rural regions of Natham Tehsil, it is around 70.68%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Natham
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.3 | 81.92 | 62.56 |
| Urban Area | 81.52 | 87.73 | 75.38 |
| Rural Area | 70.68 | 80.91 | 60.27 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Natham
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.33 | 81.08 | 61.45 |
| Muslim | 82.33 | 90.38 | 73.93 |
| Christian | 86.01 | 92.6 | 79.36 |
| Religion not stated | 77.41 | 89.57 | 67.79 |
Natham Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Natham Tehsil is 19.98 k (19,977) with 9.99 k (9,994) males and 9.98 k (9,983) females, which is 12.59% of Natham Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 999 females for every 1000 males.
Natham Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Natham Tehsil is 36 (36) with 14 (14) males and 22 (22) females, which is 0.02% of Natham Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1572 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Natham
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 |
| Urban Area | 1010 |
| Rural Area | 979 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Natham
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 984 |
| Muslim | 959 |
| Christian | 989 |
| Religion not stated | 1172 |
Natham Area & Households
The Total Area of Natham Tehsil is 573.92 Square KM, with a population density of 276 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Natham Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Natham Tehsil are 41.The Total Number of households in Natham Tehsil are 37.47 k(37,470).
Natham Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Natham Tehsil, there are about 84.06 k (84,064) workers, making up nearly 52.97% of the Natham Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 49.12 k (49,121) are male workers, and about 34.94 k (34,943) are female workers.
Natham - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.69 Lac (1,69,170) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.70 Lac (1,69,672) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.70 Lac (1,70,018) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.70 Lac (1,70,252) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.70 Lac (1,70,487) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.71 Lac (1,70,721) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.71 Lac (1,70,955) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.71 Lac (1,71,050) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.71 Lac (1,71,043) | 7.79% | ↓ |
| 2033 | 1.71 Lac (1,71,036) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 1.71 Lac (1,71,030) | 7.78% | ↓ |
| 2035 | 1.71 Lac (1,71,023) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 1.71 Lac (1,71,017) | 7.77% | ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Natham Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.71 Lac (1,71,017), with a male population of 85.44 k (85,443) and a female population of 85.56 k (85,563). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Natham Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.1%.