Tiruvannamalai Population
As per the 2011 Census, Tiruvannamalai District has a population of 24.65 Lac (24,64,875) with 12.36 Lac (12,35,889) males and 12.29 Lac (12,28,986) females.The sex ratio in Tiruvannamalai is 995, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Tiruvannamalai District is 2.73 Lac (2,72,569) which is 11.06% of Tiruvannamalai District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Tiruvannamalai District is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Tiruvannamalai District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Tiruvannamalai Population Census 2011
- Tiruvannamalai 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
Tiruvannamalai Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Tiruvannamalai District current estimated population is projected to be 26.28 Lac (26,27,699), indicating a 6.61% increased from Tiruvannamalai's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.12 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.16 Lac.
Tiruvannamalai Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Tiruvannamalai District estimated population is projected to be 26.35 Lac (26,35,491), projecting a 6.92% increased from Tiruvannamalai's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.20 Lac.
Tiruvannamalai Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Tiruvannamalai District, with a total Hindu population of 22.94 Lac (22,94,369), accounting for 93.08% of the Tiruvannamalai District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.52 Lac (11,51,551), and the Hindu female population is around 11.43 Lac (11,42,818).
Tiruvannamalai Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Tiruvannamalai District, with a total Muslim population of 91.64 k (91,636), accounting for 3.72% of the Tiruvannamalai District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 45.58 k (45,583), and the Muslim female population is around 46.05 k (46,053).
Tiruvannamalai Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 22,94,369 | 93.08% |
| Muslim | 91,636 | 3.72% |
| Christian | 66,987 | 2.72% |
| Jain | 7,898 | 0.32% |
| Religion not stated | 3,486 | 0.14% |
| Sikh | 232 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 157 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 110 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationTiruvannamalai Urban Population
The Urban population of Tiruvannamalai District is 4.95 Lac (4,94,945), with 2.46 Lac (2,46,163) being males and 2.49 Lac (2,48,782) being females, making up 20.08% of the Tiruvannamalai total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1011 females for every 1000 males.
Tiruvannamalai Rural Population
The Rural population of Tiruvannamalai District is 19.70 Lac (19,69,930), with 9.90 Lac (9,89,726) being males and 9.80 Lac (9,80,204) being females, making up 79.92% of the Tiruvannamalai total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Tiruvannamalai Literacy Rate
Tiruvannamalai District has a literacy rate of 74.21% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Tiruvannamalai District is 83.11 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Tiruvannamalai District is 65.32 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Tiruvannamalai District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.41%, while in the rural regions of Tiruvannamalai District, it is around 71.62%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Tiruvannamalai
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.21 | 83.11 | 65.32 |
| Urban Area | 84.41 | 90.8 | 78.13 |
| Rural Area | 71.62 | 81.18 | 62.05 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Tiruvannamalai
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.55 | 82.68 | 64.43 |
| Muslim | 81.66 | 88.47 | 75 |
| Christian | 83.91 | 88.95 | 79.08 |
| Jain | 93.09 | 97.1 | 89.09 |
Tiruvannamalai Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Tiruvannamalai District is 5.65 Lac (5,65,329) with 2.83 Lac (2,82,615) males and 2.83 Lac (2,82,714) females, which is 22.94% of Tiruvannamalai District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Tiruvannamalai Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Tiruvannamalai District is 90.95 k (90,954) with 45.96 k (45,956) males and 45.00 k (44,998) females, which is 3.69% of Tiruvannamalai District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 980 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Tiruvannamalai
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 |
| Urban Area | 1011 |
| Rural Area | 991 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Tiruvannamalai
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 993 |
| Muslim | 1011 |
| Christian | 1036 |
| Jain | 999 |
Tiruvannamalai Area & Households
The Total Area of Tiruvannamalai District is 6,188 Square KM, with a population density of 398 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Tiruvannamalai District are 22 and the Total Number of Villages in Tiruvannamalai District are 1,095.The Total Number of households in Tiruvannamalai District are 5.89 Lac(5,88,836).
Tiruvannamalai Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Tiruvannamalai District, there are about 12.38 Lac (12,38,177) workers, making up nearly 50.23% of the Tiruvannamalai District total population. Out of these, around 7.39 Lac (7,38,995) are male workers, and about 4.99 Lac (4,99,182) are female workers.
Tiruvannamalai - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Tiruvannamalai district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,54,287, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 24,64,875 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 17.15% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 11.44%.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.
Tiruvannamalai District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,54,287 to 24,64,875.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 17.15%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 7.54 Lac | - | - | 3.75 Lac | 3.79 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.75 Lac | 1.21 Lac | 16.01910148 | 4.36 Lac | 4.39 Lac |
| 1921 | 9.42 Lac | 67.26 k | 7.685943708 | 4.69 Lac | 4.73 Lac |
| 1931 | 10.70 Lac | 1.28 Lac | 13.57650539 | 5.35 Lac | 5.35 Lac |
| 1941 | 11.73 Lac | 1.03 Lac | 9.621234771 | 5.89 Lac | 5.85 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.23 Lac | 49.86 k | 4.249218869 | 6.10 Lac | 6.13 Lac |
| 1961 | 13.28 Lac | 1.05 Lac | 8.601124634 | 6.66 Lac | 6.62 Lac |
| 1971 | 15.24 Lac | 1.96 Lac | 14.75429458 | 7.75 Lac | 7.50 Lac |
| 1981 | 17.86 Lac | 2.61 Lac | 17.15151845 | 9.03 Lac | 8.83 Lac |
| 1991 | 20.43 Lac | 2.57 Lac | 14.40146086 | 10.30 Lac | 10.13 Lac |
| 2001 | 21.86 Lac | 1.43 Lac | 7.006728899 | 10.96 Lac | 10.90 Lac |
| 2011 | 24.65 Lac | 2.79 Lac | 12.75087198 | 12.36 Lac | 12.29 Lac |
Tiruvannamalai - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26.28 Lac (26,27,699) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 26.35 Lac (26,35,491) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 26.41 Lac (26,40,868) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 26.45 Lac (26,44,508) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 26.48 Lac (26,48,149) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.52 Lac (26,51,790) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 26.55 Lac (26,55,431) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 26.57 Lac (26,56,895) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 26.57 Lac (26,56,793) | 7.79% | ↓ |
| 2033 | 26.57 Lac (26,56,690) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 26.57 Lac (26,56,588) | 7.78% | ↓ |
| 2035 | 26.56 Lac (26,56,486) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 26.56 Lac (26,56,384) | 7.77% | ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Tiruvannamalai District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 26.56 Lac (26,56,384), with a male population of 13.19 Lac (13,19,354) and a female population of 13.37 Lac (13,37,002). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Tiruvannamalai District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.1%.