Melur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Melur Tehsil has a population of 2.91 Lac (2,91,398) with 1.47 Lac (1,46,711) males and 1.45 Lac (1,44,687) females.The sex ratio in Melur is 987, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Melur Tehsil is 33.25 k (33,248) which is 11.41% of Melur Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Melur Tehsil is 886 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Melur Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Madurai District in the state of TAMIL NADU in India.
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Melur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Melur Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 3.11 Lac (3,10,647), indicating a 6.61% increased from Melur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.56 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.55 Lac.
Melur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Melur Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 3.12 Lac (3,11,569), projecting a 6.92% increased from Melur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.56 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.55 Lac.
Melur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Melur Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 2.67 Lac (2,66,598), accounting for 91.49% of the Melur Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.34 Lac (1,34,313), and the Hindu female population is around 1.32 Lac (1,32,285).
Melur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Melur Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 22.17 k (22,171), accounting for 7.61% of the Melur Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 11.09 k (11,093), and the Muslim female population is around 11.08 k (11,078).
Melur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,66,598 | 91.49% |
| Muslim | 22,171 | 7.61% |
| Christian | 1,981 | 0.68% |
| Religion not stated | 572 | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 36 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 21 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 10 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 9 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMelur Urban Population
The Urban population of Melur Tehsil is 48.34 k (48,342), with 24.58 k (24,582) being males and 23.76 k (23,760) being females, making up 16.59% of the Melur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Melur Rural Population
The Rural population of Melur Tehsil is 2.43 Lac (2,43,056), with 1.22 Lac (1,22,129) being males and 1.21 Lac (1,20,927) being females, making up 83.41% of the Melur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Melur Literacy Rate
Melur Tehsil has a literacy rate of 76.57% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Melur Tehsil is 86.03 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Melur Tehsil is 67.12 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Melur Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.51%, while in the rural regions of Melur Tehsil, it is around 74.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Melur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.57 | 86.03 | 67.12 |
| Urban Area | 86.51 | 91.99 | 80.89 |
| Rural Area | 74.6 | 84.83 | 64.42 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Melur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.73 | 85.41 | 66.05 |
| Muslim | 85.59 | 92.89 | 78.32 |
| Christian | 87.75 | 92.39 | 83.18 |
| Religion not stated | 82.14 | 90.05 | 75.4 |
Melur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Melur Tehsil is 48.12 k (48,121) with 24.37 k (24,370) males and 23.75 k (23,751) females, which is 16.51% of Melur Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 975 females for every 1000 males.
Melur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Melur Tehsil is 371 (371) with 186 (186) males and 185 (185) females, which is 0.13% of Melur Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 995 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Melur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 |
| Urban Area | 967 |
| Rural Area | 991 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Melur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 985 |
| Muslim | 999 |
| Christian | 997 |
| Religion not stated | 1135 |
Melur Area & Households
The Total Area of Melur Tehsil is 681.38 Square KM, with a population density of 428 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Melur Tehsil are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Melur Tehsil are 85.The Total Number of households in Melur Tehsil are 74.85 k(74,851).
Melur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Melur Tehsil, there are about 1.41 Lac (1,41,086) workers, making up nearly 48.42% of the Melur Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 85.88 k (85,884) are male workers, and about 55.20 k (55,202) are female workers.
Melur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.11 Lac (3,10,647) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 3.12 Lac (3,11,569) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 3.12 Lac (3,12,204) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.13 Lac (3,12,635) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.13 Lac (3,13,065) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.13 Lac (3,13,496) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.14 Lac (3,13,926) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.14 Lac (3,14,099) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.14 Lac (3,14,087) | 7.79% | ↓ |
| 2033 | 3.14 Lac (3,14,075) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 3.14 Lac (3,14,063) | 7.78% | ↓ |
| 2035 | 3.14 Lac (3,14,051) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 3.14 Lac (3,14,039) | 7.77% | ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Melur Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.14 Lac (3,14,039), with a male population of 1.57 Lac (1,56,619) and a female population of 1.57 Lac (1,57,404). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Melur Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.1%.