Vellore Population
As per the 2011 Census, Vellore District has a population of 39.36 Lac (39,36,331) with 19.62 Lac (19,61,688) males and 19.75 Lac (19,74,643) females.The sex ratio in Vellore is 1007, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Vellore District is 4.33 Lac (4,32,550) which is 10.99% of Vellore District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Vellore District is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Vellore District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Vellore Population Census 2011
- Vellore 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
Vellore Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Vellore District current estimated population is projected to be 41.96 Lac (41,96,355), indicating a 6.61% increased from Vellore's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 20.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.14 Lac.
Vellore Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Vellore District estimated population is projected to be 42.09 Lac (42,08,799), projecting a 6.92% increased from Vellore's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 20.88 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.21 Lac.
Vellore Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Vellore District, with a total Hindu population of 33.98 Lac (33,97,857), accounting for 86.32% of the Vellore District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 16.97 Lac (16,96,684), and the Hindu female population is around 17.01 Lac (17,01,173).
Vellore Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Vellore District, with a total Muslim population of 4.15 Lac (4,14,760), accounting for 10.54% of the Vellore District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.06 Lac (2,05,947), and the Muslim female population is around 2.09 Lac (2,08,813).
Vellore Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 33,97,857 | 86.32% |
| Muslim | 4,14,760 | 10.54% |
| Christian | 1,11,390 | 2.83% |
| Religion not stated | 7,445 | 0.19% |
| Jain | 3,514 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 676 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 438 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 251 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationVellore Urban Population
The Urban population of Vellore District is 17.02 Lac (17,01,987), with 8.45 Lac (8,44,587) being males and 8.57 Lac (8,57,400) being females, making up 43.24% of the Vellore total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1016 females for every 1000 males.
Vellore Rural Population
The Rural population of Vellore District is 22.34 Lac (22,34,344), with 11.17 Lac (11,17,101) being males and 11.17 Lac (11,17,243) being females, making up 56.76% of the Vellore total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Vellore Literacy Rate
Vellore District has a literacy rate of 79.17% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Vellore District is 86.5 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Vellore District is 71.95 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Vellore District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.01%, while in the rural regions of Vellore District, it is around 74.7%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Vellore
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.17 | 86.5 | 71.95 |
| Urban Area | 85.01 | 90.59 | 79.56 |
| Rural Area | 74.7 | 83.39 | 66.08 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Vellore
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.41 | 86.11 | 70.79 |
| Muslim | 82 | 87.49 | 76.63 |
| Christian | 91.04 | 94.43 | 88.01 |
| Religion not stated | 83.26 | 89.99 | 77.74 |
Vellore Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Vellore District is 8.60 Lac (8,60,212) with 4.25 Lac (4,24,668) males and 4.36 Lac (4,35,544) females, which is 21.85% of Vellore District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1026 females for every 1000 males.
Vellore Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Vellore District is 72.96 k (72,955) with 36.66 k (36,663) males and 36.29 k (36,292) females, which is 1.85% of Vellore District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 990 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Vellore
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1007 |
| Urban Area | 1016 |
| Rural Area | 1001 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Vellore
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1003 |
| Muslim | 1014 |
| Christian | 1100 |
| Religion not stated | 1162 |
Vellore Area & Households
The Total Area of Vellore District is 6,075 Square KM, with a population density of 648 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Vellore District are 72 and the Total Number of Villages in Vellore District are 858.The Total Number of households in Vellore District are 9.29 Lac(9,29,281).
Vellore Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Vellore District, there are about 16.89 Lac (16,89,330) workers, making up nearly 42.92% of the Vellore District total population. Out of these, around 11.24 Lac (11,23,874) are male workers, and about 5.65 Lac (5,65,456) are female workers.
Vellore - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Vellore district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 9,67,845, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 39,36,331 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 22.74% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.72%.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.
Vellore District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 9,67,845 to 39,36,331.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 22.74%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 9.68 Lac | - | - | 4.76 Lac | 4.92 Lac |
| 1911 | 10.58 Lac | 90.00 k | 9.298596366 | 5.20 Lac | 5.37 Lac |
| 1921 | 10.88 Lac | 30.42 k | 2.875952057 | 5.39 Lac | 5.49 Lac |
| 1931 | 12.29 Lac | 1.40 Lac | 12.88942757 | 6.12 Lac | 6.16 Lac |
| 1941 | 14.40 Lac | 2.12 Lac | 17.23133651 | 7.23 Lac | 7.17 Lac |
| 1951 | 16.76 Lac | 2.36 Lac | 16.40087542 | 8.38 Lac | 8.38 Lac |
| 1961 | 18.18 Lac | 1.42 Lac | 8.442244807 | 9.15 Lac | 9.03 Lac |
| 1971 | 22.31 Lac | 4.13 Lac | 22.74414222 | 11.31 Lac | 11.01 Lac |
| 1981 | 26.29 Lac | 3.97 Lac | 17.7946338 | 13.28 Lac | 13.01 Lac |
| 1991 | 30.26 Lac | 3.98 Lac | 15.13798988 | 15.30 Lac | 14.96 Lac |
| 2001 | 34.77 Lac | 4.51 Lac | 14.8982366 | 17.41 Lac | 17.36 Lac |
| 2011 | 39.36 Lac | 4.59 Lac | 13.20023455 | 19.62 Lac | 19.75 Lac |
Vellore - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 41.96 Lac (41,96,355) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 42.09 Lac (42,08,799) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.17 Lac (42,17,385) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 42.23 Lac (42,23,200) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 42.29 Lac (42,29,015) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 42.35 Lac (42,34,829) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 42.41 Lac (42,40,644) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 42.43 Lac (42,42,980) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 42.43 Lac (42,42,817) | 7.79% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2033 | 42.43 Lac (42,42,654) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 42.42 Lac (42,42,491) | 7.78% | 0 % ↓ |
| 2035 | 42.42 Lac (42,42,328) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 42.42 Lac (42,42,165) | 7.77% | 0 % ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Vellore District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 42.42 Lac (42,42,165), with a male population of 20.94 Lac (20,94,169) and a female population of 21.48 Lac (21,48,194). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Vellore District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.31%.