Yercaud Population
As per the 2011 Census, Yercaud Tehsil has a population of 41.87 k (41,869) with 21.07 k (21,070) males and 20.80 k (20,799) females.The sex ratio in Yercaud is 988, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Yercaud Tehsil is 4.65 k (4,650) which is 11.11% of Yercaud Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Yercaud Tehsil is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Yercaud Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Salem District in the state of TAMIL NADU in India.
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Yercaud Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Yercaud Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 44.64 k (44,635), indicating a 6.61% increased from Yercaud's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 22.37 k, and the estimated female population is 22.27 k.
Yercaud Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Yercaud Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 44.77 k (44,768), projecting a 6.92% increased from Yercaud's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 22.43 k, and the estimated female population is 22.34 k.
Yercaud Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Yercaud Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 37.63 k (37,634), accounting for 89.89% of the Yercaud Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 18.98 k (18,982), and the Hindu female population is around 18.65 k (18,652).
Yercaud Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Yercaud Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 3.80 k (3,804), accounting for 9.09% of the Yercaud Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.87 k (1,867), and the Christian female population is around 1.94 k (1,937).
Yercaud Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 37,634 | 89.89% |
| Christian | 3,804 | 9.09% |
| Muslim | 380 | 0.91% |
| Religion not stated | 26 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 21 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 2 | 0% |
| Jain | 1 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationYercaud Urban Population
The Urban population of Yercaud Tehsil is 11.58 k (11,582), with 5.87 k (5,868) being males and 5.71 k (5,714) being females, making up 27.66% of the Yercaud total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Yercaud Rural Population
The Rural population of Yercaud Tehsil is 30.29 k (30,287), with 15.20 k (15,202) being males and 15.09 k (15,085) being females, making up 72.34% of the Yercaud total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Yercaud Literacy Rate
Yercaud Tehsil has a literacy rate of 61.48% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Yercaud Tehsil is 70.57 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Yercaud Tehsil is 52.35 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Yercaud Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.17%, while in the rural regions of Yercaud Tehsil, it is around 52.98%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Yercaud
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.48 | 70.57 | 52.35 |
| Urban Area | 83.17 | 88.94 | 77.21 |
| Rural Area | 52.98 | 63.23 | 42.8 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Yercaud
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 58.31 | 68.08 | 48.44 |
| Christian | 89.29 | 92.97 | 85.79 |
| Muslim | 86.3 | 90.75 | 81.76 |
| Religion not stated | 58.82 | 66.67 | 50 |
Yercaud Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Yercaud Tehsil is 5.49 k (5,492) with 2.67 k (2,669) males and 2.82 k (2,823) females, which is 13.12% of Yercaud Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1058 females for every 1000 males.
Yercaud Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Yercaud Tehsil is 28.12 k (28,118) with 14.16 k (14,159) males and 13.96 k (13,959) females, which is 67.16% of Yercaud Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 986 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Yercaud
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 988 |
| Urban Area | 974 |
| Rural Area | 993 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Yercaud
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 983 |
| Christian | 1038 |
| Muslim | 959 |
| Religion not stated | 858 |
Yercaud Area & Households
The Total Area of Yercaud Tehsil is 385.14 Square KM, with a population density of 109 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Yercaud Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Yercaud Tehsil are 86.The Total Number of households in Yercaud Tehsil are 10.77 k(10,772).
Yercaud Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Yercaud Tehsil, there are about 22.07 k (22,068) workers, making up nearly 52.71% of the Yercaud Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 12.32 k (12,319) are male workers, and about 9.75 k (9,749) are female workers.
Yercaud - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 44.64 k (44,635) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 44.77 k (44,768) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 44.86 k (44,859) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 44.92 k (44,921) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 44.98 k (44,983) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 45.04 k (45,044) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 45.11 k (45,106) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 45.13 k (45,131) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 45.13 k (45,129) | 7.79% | ↓ |
| 2033 | 45.13 k (45,128) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 45.13 k (45,126) | 7.78% | ↓ |
| 2035 | 45.12 k (45,124) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 45.12 k (45,123) | 7.77% | ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Yercaud Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 45.12 k (45,123), with a male population of 22.49 k (22,493) and a female population of 22.63 k (22,628). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Yercaud Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.1%.