The Nilgiris Population
As per the 2011 Census, The Nilgiris District has a population of 7.35 Lac (7,35,394) with 3.60 Lac (3,60,143) males and 3.75 Lac (3,75,251) females.The sex ratio in The Nilgiris is 1042, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of The Nilgiris District is 66.80 k (66,799) which is 9.08% of The Nilgiris District overall population, Child sex Ratio of The Nilgiris District is 986 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, The Nilgiris District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- The Nilgiris Population Census 2011
- The Nilgiris 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
The Nilgiris Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, The Nilgiris District current estimated population is projected to be 7.84 Lac (7,83,973), indicating a 6.61% increased from The Nilgiris's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.82 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.02 Lac.
The Nilgiris Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, The Nilgiris District estimated population is projected to be 7.86 Lac (7,86,298), projecting a 6.92% increased from The Nilgiris's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.03 Lac.
The Nilgiris Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in The Nilgiris District, with a total Hindu population of 5.69 Lac (5,69,477), accounting for 77.44% of the The Nilgiris District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.80 Lac (2,79,922), and the Hindu female population is around 2.90 Lac (2,89,555).
The Nilgiris Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in The Nilgiris District, with a total Christian population of 84.61 k (84,610), accounting for 11.51% of the The Nilgiris District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 40.60 k (40,603), and the Christian female population is around 44.01 k (44,007).
The Nilgiris Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 5,69,477 | 77.44% |
| Christian | 84,610 | 11.51% |
| Muslim | 78,452 | 10.67% |
| Religion not stated | 1,138 | 0.15% |
| Jain | 910 | 0.12% |
| Buddhist | 382 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 338 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 87 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationThe Nilgiris Urban Population
The Urban population of The Nilgiris District is 4.36 Lac (4,35,655), with 2.14 Lac (2,14,234) being males and 2.21 Lac (2,21,421) being females, making up 59.24% of the The Nilgiris total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1034 females for every 1000 males.
The Nilgiris Rural Population
The Rural population of The Nilgiris District is 3.00 Lac (2,99,739), with 1.46 Lac (1,45,909) being males and 1.54 Lac (1,53,830) being females, making up 40.76% of the The Nilgiris total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1055 females for every 1000 males.
The Nilgiris Literacy Rate
The Nilgiris District has a literacy rate of 85.2% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of The Nilgiris District is 91.72 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of The Nilgiris District is 78.98 higher than national average of 64.63%. In The Nilgiris District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.99%, while in the rural regions of The Nilgiris District, it is around 81.17%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of The Nilgiris
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85.2 | 91.72 | 78.98 |
| Urban Area | 87.99 | 93.39 | 82.8 |
| Rural Area | 81.17 | 89.27 | 73.53 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in The Nilgiris
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83.2 | 90.57 | 76.11 |
| Christian | 93.51 | 96.56 | 90.72 |
| Muslim | 90.74 | 95.01 | 86.75 |
| Religion not stated | 87.05 | 93.07 | 81.59 |
The Nilgiris Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in The Nilgiris District is 2.36 Lac (2,35,878) with 1.16 Lac (1,15,917) males and 1.20 Lac (1,19,961) females, which is 32.08% of The Nilgiris District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1035 females for every 1000 males.
The Nilgiris Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in The Nilgiris District is 32.81 k (32,813) with 16.09 k (16,091) males and 16.72 k (16,722) females, which is 4.46% of The Nilgiris District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1040 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of The Nilgiris
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1042 |
| Urban Area | 1034 |
| Rural Area | 1055 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in The Nilgiris
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1035 |
| Christian | 1084 |
| Muslim | 1055 |
| Religion not stated | 1036 |
The Nilgiris Area & Households
The Total Area of The Nilgiris District is 2,565 Square KM, with a population density of 287 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in The Nilgiris District are 18 and the Total Number of Villages in The Nilgiris District are 40.The Total Number of households in The Nilgiris District are 1.98 Lac(1,97,653).
The Nilgiris Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In The Nilgiris District, there are about 3.50 Lac (3,49,974) workers, making up nearly 47.59% of the The Nilgiris District total population. Out of these, around 2.12 Lac (2,12,172) are male workers, and about 1.38 Lac (1,37,802) are female workers.
The Nilgiris - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, The Nilgiris district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,12,882, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 7,35,394 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1951. The growth rate of 48.65% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 2011 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 19.47%.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.
The Nilgiris District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,12,882 to 7,35,394.
- The year 1951 stands out with a growth rate of 48.65%.
- The year 2011 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.13 Lac | - | - | 61.35 k | 51.53 k |
| 1911 | 1.19 Lac | 5.74 k | 5.081412448 | 63.51 k | 55.11 k |
| 1921 | 1.27 Lac | 7.90 k | 6.660877776 | 67.02 k | 59.50 k |
| 1931 | 1.69 Lac | 42.81 k | 33.83760542 | 91.93 k | 77.40 k |
| 1941 | 2.10 Lac | 40.38 k | 23.84633556 | 1.13 Lac | 96.84 k |
| 1951 | 3.12 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 48.64836512 | 1.64 Lac | 1.48 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.09 Lac | 97.58 k | 31.30250955 | 2.14 Lac | 1.95 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.94 Lac | 84.71 k | 20.69517332 | 2.54 Lac | 2.40 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.30 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 27.5607016 | 3.22 Lac | 3.08 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.10 Lac | 80.05 k | 12.70214815 | 3.58 Lac | 3.52 Lac |
| 2001 | 7.62 Lac | 51.93 k | 7.311458237 | 3.78 Lac | 3.84 Lac |
| 2011 | 7.35 Lac | -26.75 k | -3.509455599 | 3.60 Lac | 3.75 Lac |
The Nilgiris - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.84 Lac (7,83,973) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.86 Lac (7,86,298) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.88 Lac (7,87,902) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.89 Lac (7,88,988) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.90 Lac (7,90,074) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.91 Lac (7,91,160) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.92 Lac (7,92,247) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.93 Lac (7,92,683) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.93 Lac (7,92,653) | 7.79% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2033 | 7.93 Lac (7,92,622) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 7.93 Lac (7,92,592) | 7.78% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2035 | 7.93 Lac (7,92,561) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 7.93 Lac (7,92,531) | 7.77% | 0 % ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that The Nilgiris District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.93 Lac (7,92,531), with a male population of 3.84 Lac (3,84,465) and a female population of 4.08 Lac (4,08,232). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from The Nilgiris District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.31%.