Districts of India by Highest Sex Ratio - Top 10
India, with its vast and varied demographics, presents a patchwork of sex ratios, influenced by cultural, economic, and historical factors.
At the zenith of this list stands Mahe, a district in Puducherry, showcasing a commendable sex ratio of 1184. Despite its small size, Mahe sets an exemplary standard, underlining the skewed male-to-female ratios prevalent in other parts of the country.
Uttarakhand, a serene state nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, offers a departure from national trends. Districts like Almora, Rudraprayag, and Garhwal demonstrate healthy sex ratios, echoing the ethos of mountain communities that often value and revere their womenfolk.
Kerala, fondly known as 'God's Own Country', shines brightly with its progressive societal structures and inclusive growth models. Districts such as Kannur, Pathanamthitta, Kollam, Thrissur, and Alappuzha find their places in this list, reinforcing the state's matriarchal heritage and equitable developmental policies.
Ratnagiri in Maharashtra is another entrant, reflecting the balanced socio-economic fabric of India's western coast.
These districts, through their elevated sex ratios, indicate the positive outcomes of empowering women, providing equal opportunities, and nurturing progressive societal norms. They are beacons of hope, hinting at a future where gender parity isn't just a goal but a lived reality.
Rank | Districts | State | Population | Sex ratio |
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1 | Mahe | PUDUCHERRY | 41.82 k | 1184 |
2 | Almora | UTTARAKHAND | 6.23 Lac | 1139 |
3 | Kannur | KERALA | 25.23 Lac | 1136 |
4 | Pathanamthitta | KERALA | 11.97 Lac | 1132 |
5 | Ratnagiri | MAHARASHTRA | 16.15 Lac | 1122 |
6 | Rudraprayag | UTTARAKHAND | 2.42 Lac | 1114 |
7 | Kollam | KERALA | 26.35 Lac | 1113 |
8 | Thrissur | KERALA | 31.21 Lac | 1108 |
9 | Garhwal | UTTARAKHAND | 6.87 Lac | 1103 |
10 | Alappuzha | KERALA | 21.28 Lac | 1100 |