Namakkal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Namakkal District has a population of 17.27 Lac (17,26,601) with 8.69 Lac (8,69,280) males and 8.57 Lac (8,57,321) females.The sex ratio in Namakkal is 987, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Namakkal District is 1.51 Lac (1,50,699) which is 8.73% of Namakkal District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Namakkal District is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Namakkal District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Namakkal Population Census 2011
- Namakkal 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
Namakkal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Namakkal District current estimated population is projected to be 18.41 Lac (18,40,656), indicating a 6.61% increased from Namakkal 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.18 Lac.
Namakkal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Namakkal District estimated population is projected to be 18.46 Lac (18,46,115), projecting a 6.92% increased from Namakkal 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.25 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.21 Lac.
Namakkal Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Namakkal District, with a total Hindu population of 16.74 Lac (16,73,652), accounting for 96.93% of the Namakkal District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.42 Lac (8,42,438), and the Hindu female population is around 8.31 Lac (8,31,214).
Namakkal Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Namakkal District, with a total Muslim population of 32.48 k (32,483), accounting for 1.88% of the Namakkal District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 16.35 k (16,350), and the Muslim female population is around 16.13 k (16,133).
Namakkal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,73,652 | 96.93% |
| Muslim | 32,483 | 1.88% |
| Christian | 16,909 | 0.98% |
| Religion not stated | 2,983 | 0.17% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 199 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 183 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 108 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 84 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNamakkal Urban Population
The Urban population of Namakkal District is 6.96 Lac (6,96,125), with 3.49 Lac (3,48,596) being males and 3.48 Lac (3,47,529) being females, making up 40.32% of the Namakkal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 997 females for every 1000 males.
Namakkal Rural Population
The Rural population of Namakkal District is 10.30 Lac (10,30,476), with 5.21 Lac (5,20,684) being males and 5.10 Lac (5,09,792) being females, making up 59.68% of the Namakkal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 980 females for every 1000 males.
Namakkal Literacy Rate
Namakkal District has a literacy rate of 74.63% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Namakkal District is 82.64 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Namakkal District is 66.57 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Namakkal District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.51%, while in the rural regions of Namakkal District, it is around 71.34%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Namakkal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.63 | 82.64 | 66.57 |
| Urban Area | 79.51 | 86.28 | 72.77 |
| Rural Area | 71.34 | 80.21 | 62.36 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Namakkal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.22 | 82.33 | 66.07 |
| Muslim | 87.13 | 92.46 | 81.77 |
| Christian | 88.75 | 92.47 | 85.16 |
| Religion not stated | 89.38 | 93.92 | 81.59 |
Namakkal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Namakkal District is 3.45 Lac (3,45,392) with 1.74 Lac (1,73,973) males and 1.71 Lac (1,71,419) females, which is 20% of Namakkal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 986 females for every 1000 males.
Namakkal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Namakkal District is 57.06 k (57,059) with 29.38 k (29,383) males and 27.68 k (27,676) females, which is 3.3% of Namakkal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 942 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Namakkal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 |
| Urban Area | 997 |
| Rural Area | 980 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Namakkal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 987 |
| Muslim | 987 |
| Christian | 1027 |
| Religion not stated | 607 |
Namakkal Area & Households
The Total Area of Namakkal District is 3,420 Square KM, with a population density of 505 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Namakkal District are 34 and the Total Number of Villages in Namakkal District are 389.The Total Number of households in Namakkal District are 4.76 Lac(4,75,511).
Namakkal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Namakkal District, there are about 8.98 Lac (8,98,245) workers, making up nearly 52.02% of the Namakkal District total population. Out of these, around 5.31 Lac (5,31,463) are male workers, and about 3.67 Lac (3,66,782) are female workers.
Namakkal - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Namakkal district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,70,628, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,26,601 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1951. The growth rate of 20.34% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 12.69%.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.
Namakkal District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,70,628 to 17,26,601.
- The year 1951 stands out with a growth rate of 20.34%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.71 Lac | 0 | - | 2.31 Lac | 2.40 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.87 Lac | 16.52 k | 3.50935346 | 2.41 Lac | 2.46 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.26 Lac | 38.63 k | 7.929072307 | 2.61 Lac | 2.65 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.92 Lac | 66.09 k | 12.57089602 | 2.93 Lac | 2.98 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.05 Lac | 1.13 Lac | 19.13378749 | 3.52 Lac | 3.53 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.49 Lac | 1.43 Lac | 20.33682688 | 4.20 Lac | 4.29 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.67 Lac | 18.02 k | 2.124083832 | 4.32 Lac | 4.35 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.96 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 14.99071007 | 5.02 Lac | 4.94 Lac |
| 1981 | 11.73 Lac | 1.76 Lac | 17.69388486 | 5.96 Lac | 5.77 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.23 Lac | 1.50 Lac | 12.7888118 | 6.75 Lac | 6.48 Lac |
| 2001 | 14.93 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 12.90882768 | 7.60 Lac | 7.34 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.27 Lac | 2.33 Lac | 15.61064158 | 8.69 Lac | 8.57 Lac |
Namakkal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.41 Lac (18,40,656) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.46 Lac (18,46,115) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.50 Lac (18,49,881) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.52 Lac (18,52,431) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.55 Lac (18,54,982) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.58 Lac (18,57,532) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 18.60 Lac (18,60,083) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 18.61 Lac (18,61,107) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 18.61 Lac (18,61,036) | 7.79% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2033 | 18.61 Lac (18,60,964) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 18.61 Lac (18,60,893) | 7.78% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2035 | 18.61 Lac (18,60,821) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 18.61 Lac (18,60,750) | 7.77% | 0 % ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Namakkal District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.61 Lac (18,60,750), with a male population of 9.28 Lac (9,27,986) and a female population of 9.33 Lac (9,32,671). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Namakkal District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.31%.