Theni Population
As per the 2011 Census, Theni District has a population of 12.46 Lac (12,45,899) with 6.26 Lac (6,25,683) males and 6.20 Lac (6,20,216) females.The sex ratio in Theni is 992, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Theni District is 1.20 Lac (1,19,661) which is 9.6% of Theni District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Theni District is 934 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Theni District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
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Theni Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Theni District current estimated population is projected to be 13.28 Lac (13,28,200), indicating a 6.61% increased from Theni 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.64 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.64 Lac.
Theni Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Theni District estimated population is projected to be 13.32 Lac (13,32,139), projecting a 6.92% increased from Theni 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.66 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.66 Lac.
Theni Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Theni District, with a total Hindu population of 11.49 Lac (11,48,990), accounting for 92.22% of the Theni District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.78 Lac (5,77,839), and the Hindu female population is around 5.71 Lac (5,71,151).
Theni Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Theni District, with a total Muslim population of 56.75 k (56,751), accounting for 4.56% of the Theni District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 28.19 k (28,189), and the Muslim female population is around 28.56 k (28,562).
Theni Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,48,990 | 92.22% |
| Muslim | 56,751 | 4.56% |
| Christian | 37,574 | 3.02% |
| Religion not stated | 2,251 | 0.18% |
| Sikh | 152 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 79 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 74 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 28 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationTheni Urban Population
The Urban population of Theni District is 6.70 Lac (6,70,481), with 3.35 Lac (3,34,803) being males and 3.36 Lac (3,35,678) being females, making up 53.82% of the Theni total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Theni Rural Population
The Rural population of Theni District is 5.75 Lac (5,75,418), with 2.91 Lac (2,90,880) being males and 2.85 Lac (2,84,538) being females, making up 46.18% of the Theni total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Theni Literacy Rate
Theni District has a literacy rate of 77.26% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Theni District is 85.03 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Theni District is 69.46 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Theni District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.25%, while in the rural regions of Theni District, it is around 72.58%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Theni
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77.26 | 85.03 | 69.46 |
| Urban Area | 81.25 | 87.96 | 74.59 |
| Rural Area | 72.58 | 81.64 | 63.38 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Theni
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 76.39 | 84.43 | 68.29 |
| Muslim | 89.88 | 94.38 | 85.48 |
| Christian | 85 | 89.52 | 80.71 |
| Religion not stated | 78.35 | 87.91 | 69.92 |
Theni Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Theni District is 2.58 Lac (2,58,200) with 1.30 Lac (1,29,900) males and 1.28 Lac (1,28,300) females, which is 20.72% of Theni District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Theni Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Theni District is 1.84 k (1,835) with 954 (954) males and 881 (881) females, which is 0.15% of Theni District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Theni
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 992 |
| Urban Area | 1003 |
| Rural Area | 979 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Theni
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 989 |
| Muslim | 1014 |
| Christian | 1042 |
| Religion not stated | 1104 |
Theni Area & Households
The Total Area of Theni District is 2,868 Square KM, with a population density of 434 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Theni District are 28 and the Total Number of Villages in Theni District are 98.The Total Number of households in Theni District are 3.38 Lac(3,38,112).
Theni Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Theni District, there are about 5.92 Lac (5,91,642) workers, making up nearly 47.49% of the Theni District total population. Out of these, around 3.69 Lac (3,68,900) are male workers, and about 2.23 Lac (2,22,742) are female workers.
Theni - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13.28 Lac (13,28,200) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 13.32 Lac (13,32,139) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 13.35 Lac (13,34,857) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 13.37 Lac (13,36,697) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 13.39 Lac (13,38,537) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.40 Lac (13,40,378) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.42 Lac (13,42,218) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.43 Lac (13,42,958) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.43 Lac (13,42,906) | 7.79% | ↓ |
| 2033 | 13.43 Lac (13,42,855) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 13.43 Lac (13,42,803) | 7.78% | ↓ |
| 2035 | 13.43 Lac (13,42,751) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 13.43 Lac (13,42,700) | 7.77% | ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Theni District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.43 Lac (13,42,700), with a male population of 6.68 Lac (6,67,938) and a female population of 6.75 Lac (6,74,727). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Theni District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.1%.