Perambalur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Perambalur District has a population of 5.65 Lac (5,65,223) with 2.82 Lac (2,82,157) males and 2.83 Lac (2,83,066) females.The sex ratio in Perambalur is 1004, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Perambalur District is 59.57 k (59,567) which is 10.54% of Perambalur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Perambalur District is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Perambalur District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Perambalur Population Census 2011
- Perambalur 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
Perambalur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Perambalur District current estimated population is projected to be 6.03 Lac (6,02,561), indicating a 6.61% increased from Perambalur 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.00 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.03 Lac.
Perambalur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Perambalur District estimated population is projected to be 6.04 Lac (6,04,348), projecting a 6.92% increased from Perambalur 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.00 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.04 Lac.
Perambalur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Perambalur District, with a total Hindu population of 5.22 Lac (5,21,658), accounting for 92.29% of the Perambalur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.61 Lac (2,60,853), and the Hindu female population is around 2.61 Lac (2,60,805).
Perambalur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Perambalur District, with a total Muslim population of 32.70 k (32,702), accounting for 5.79% of the Perambalur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 15.89 k (15,893), and the Muslim female population is around 16.81 k (16,809).
Perambalur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 5,21,658 | 92.29% |
| Muslim | 32,702 | 5.79% |
| Christian | 10,301 | 1.82% |
| Religion not stated | 376 | 0.07% |
| Sikh | 83 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 39 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 38 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 26 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPerambalur Urban Population
The Urban population of Perambalur District is 97.16 k (97,163), with 48.23 k (48,231) being males and 48.93 k (48,932) being females, making up 17.19% of the Perambalur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1015 females for every 1000 males.
Perambalur Rural Population
The Rural population of Perambalur District is 4.68 Lac (4,68,060), with 2.34 Lac (2,33,926) being males and 2.34 Lac (2,34,134) being females, making up 82.81% of the Perambalur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Perambalur Literacy Rate
Perambalur District has a literacy rate of 74.32% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Perambalur District is 82.87 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Perambalur District is 65.9 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Perambalur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.22%, while in the rural regions of Perambalur District, it is around 72.06%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Perambalur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.32 | 82.87 | 65.9 |
| Urban Area | 85.22 | 90.53 | 80.03 |
| Rural Area | 72.06 | 81.28 | 62.95 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Perambalur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.15 | 82.05 | 64.34 |
| Muslim | 90.34 | 94.59 | 86.37 |
| Christian | 84.16 | 88.8 | 79.57 |
| Religion not stated | 75.4 | 86.67 | 65.03 |
Perambalur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Perambalur District is 1.75 Lac (1,75,289) with 87.44 k (87,444) males and 87.85 k (87,845) females, which is 31.01% of Perambalur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1005 females for every 1000 males.
Perambalur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Perambalur District is 2.58 k (2,584) with 1.29 k (1,292) males and 1.29 k (1,292) females, which is 0.46% of Perambalur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Perambalur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1004 |
| Urban Area | 1015 |
| Rural Area | 1001 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Perambalur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1000 |
| Muslim | 1058 |
| Christian | 1003 |
| Religion not stated | 1022 |
Perambalur Area & Households
The Total Area of Perambalur District is 1,756 Square KM, with a population density of 322 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Perambalur District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Perambalur District are 159.The Total Number of households in Perambalur District are 1.49 Lac(1,49,243).
Perambalur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Perambalur District, there are about 3.00 Lac (2,99,726) workers, making up nearly 53.03% of the Perambalur District total population. Out of these, around 1.63 Lac (1,62,639) are male workers, and about 1.37 Lac (1,37,087) are female workers.
Perambalur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Perambalur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,81,738, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,65,223 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 18.68% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 10.99%.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.
Perambalur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,81,738 to 5,65,223.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 18.68%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.82 Lac | - | - | 88.51 k | 93.23 k |
| 1911 | 1.97 Lac | 15.48 k | 8.51555536 | 95.71 k | 1.02 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.05 Lac | 8.13 k | 4.121918322 | 1.01 Lac | 1.05 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.07 Lac | 1.39 k | 0.675942204 | 1.01 Lac | 1.06 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.33 Lac | 26.47 k | 12.80359501 | 1.15 Lac | 1.18 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.67 Lac | 33.37 k | 14.30917667 | 1.32 Lac | 1.34 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.87 Lac | 20.17 k | 7.566521238 | 1.42 Lac | 1.44 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.40 Lac | 53.57 k | 18.68144898 | 1.71 Lac | 1.70 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.82 Lac | 42.19 k | 12.39854719 | 1.91 Lac | 1.91 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.51 Lac | 68.53 k | 17.91717103 | 2.28 Lac | 2.23 Lac |
| 2001 | 4.94 Lac | 42.61 k | 9.448110112 | 2.46 Lac | 2.48 Lac |
| 2011 | 5.65 Lac | 71.58 k | 14.4996617 | 2.82 Lac | 2.83 Lac |
Perambalur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.03 Lac (6,02,561) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.04 Lac (6,04,348) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 6.06 Lac (6,05,580) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 6.06 Lac (6,06,415) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 6.07 Lac (6,07,250) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 6.08 Lac (6,08,085) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 6.09 Lac (6,08,920) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 6.09 Lac (6,09,256) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 6.09 Lac (6,09,232) | 7.79% | ↓ |
| 2033 | 6.09 Lac (6,09,209) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 6.09 Lac (6,09,185) | 7.78% | ↓ |
| 2035 | 6.09 Lac (6,09,162) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 6.09 Lac (6,09,139) | 7.77% | ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Perambalur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 6.09 Lac (6,09,139), with a male population of 3.01 Lac (3,01,213) and a female population of 3.08 Lac (3,07,945). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Perambalur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.1%.