Tripura Population
As per the 2011 Census, Tripura State has a population of 36.74 Lac (36,73,917) with 18.74 Lac (18,74,376) males and 18.00 Lac (17,99,541) females.The sex ratio in Tripura is 961, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Tripura State is 4.58 Lac (4,58,014) which is 12.47% of Tripura State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Tripura State is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Tripura State is listed as part of the North East region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Tripura Population Census 2011
- Tripura 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
Tripura Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Tripura State current estimated population is projected to be 41.80 Lac (41,80,150), indicating a 13.78% increased from Tripura's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.24 Lac, and the estimated female population is 20.56 Lac.
Tripura Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Tripura State estimated population is projected to be 42.18 Lac (42,17,944), projecting a 14.81% increased from Tripura's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.42 Lac, and the estimated female population is 20.76 Lac.
Tripura Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Tripura State, with a total Hindu population of 30.64 Lac (30,63,903), accounting for 83.4% of the Tripura State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 15.64 Lac (15,63,730), and the Hindu female population is around 15.00 Lac (15,00,173).
Tripura Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Tripura State, with a total Muslim population of 3.16 Lac (3,16,042), accounting for 8.6% of the Tripura State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.61 Lac (1,60,930), and the Muslim female population is around 1.55 Lac (1,55,112).
Tripura Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 30,63,903 | 83.4% |
| Muslim | 3,16,042 | 8.6% |
| Christian | 1,59,882 | 4.35% |
| Buddhist | 1,25,385 | 3.41% |
| Religion not stated | 5,261 | 0.14% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,514 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 1,070 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 860 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationTripura Urban Population
The Urban population of Tripura State is 9.61 Lac (9,61,453), with 4.87 Lac (4,87,203) being males and 4.74 Lac (4,74,250) being females, making up 26.17% of the Tripura total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Tripura Rural Population
The Rural population of Tripura State is 27.12 Lac (27,12,464), with 13.87 Lac (13,87,173) being males and 13.25 Lac (13,25,291) being females, making up 73.83% of the Tripura total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Tripura Literacy Rate
Tripura State has a literacy rate of 87.22% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Tripura State is 91.53 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Tripura State is 82.73 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Tripura State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 93.47%, while in the rural regions of Tripura State, it is around 84.9%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Tripura
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87.22 | 91.53 | 82.73 |
| Urban Area | 93.47 | 95.51 | 91.38 |
| Rural Area | 84.9 | 90.07 | 79.49 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Tripura
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 88.16 | 92.28 | 83.86 |
| Muslim | 83.16 | 87.34 | 78.83 |
| Christian | 86.15 | 91.25 | 80.88 |
| Buddhist | 74.6 | 82.9 | 66.1 |
Tripura Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Tripura State is 6.55 Lac (6,54,918) with 3.34 Lac (3,34,370) males and 3.21 Lac (3,20,548) females, which is 17.83% of Tripura State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Tripura Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Tripura State is 11.67 Lac (11,66,813) with 5.88 Lac (5,88,327) males and 5.78 Lac (5,78,486) females, which is 31.76% of Tripura State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 984 females for every 1000 males.
Tripura Slum Population
Slum Population in Tripura State is 1.40 Lac (1,39,780) with 70.14 k (70,143) males and 69.64 k (69,637) females, which is 3.8% of Tripura State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 993 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Tripura State are 34.14 k (34,143).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Tripura
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 |
| Urban Area | 974 |
| Rural Area | 956 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Tripura
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 960 |
| Muslim | 964 |
| Christian | 963 |
| Buddhist | 974 |
Tripura Area & Households
The Total Area of Tripura State is 10,486 Square KM, with a population density of 350 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Tripura State are 42 and the Total Number of Villages in Tripura State are 875.The Total Number of households in Tripura State are 8.56 Lac(8,55,556).
Tripura Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Tripura State, there are about 14.70 Lac (14,69,521) workers, making up nearly 40% of the Tripura State total population. Out of these, around 10.45 Lac (10,45,326) are male workers, and about 4.24 Lac (4,24,195) are female workers.
Tripura - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Tripura state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 1,73,325, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 36,73,917 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 78.71% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 32.86%.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.
Tripura State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,73,325 to 36,73,917.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 78.71%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.73 Lac | ----- | ----- | 92.50 k | 80.83 k |
| 1911 | 2.30 Lac | 56.29 k | 32.47540747 | 1.22 Lac | 1.08 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.04 Lac | 74.82 k | 32.58700509 | 1.62 Lac | 1.43 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.82 Lac | 78.01 k | 25.62533463 | 2.03 Lac | 1.80 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.13 Lac | 1.31 Lac | 34.13779579 | 2.72 Lac | 2.41 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.39 Lac | 1.26 Lac | 24.56462837 | 3.36 Lac | 3.03 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.42 Lac | 5.03 Lac | 78.70941694 | 5.91 Lac | 5.51 Lac |
| 1971 | 15.56 Lac | 4.14 Lac | 36.28153992 | 8.01 Lac | 7.55 Lac |
| 1981 | 20.53 Lac | 4.97 Lac | 31.91560724 | 10.55 Lac | 9.98 Lac |
| 1991 | 27.57 Lac | 7.04 Lac | 34.29747236 | 14.18 Lac | 13.39 Lac |
| 2001 | 31.99 Lac | 4.42 Lac | 16.03065423 | 16.42 Lac | 15.57 Lac |
| 2011 | 36.74 Lac | 4.75 Lac | 14.83850822 | 18.74 Lac | 18.00 Lac |
Note:-
* The population shown in 1901 of West Tripura District includes the population of Udaipur and Amarpur Sub- division of South Tripura districts as the 1901 population of these district are not comparable, N.A which stands for ' Not available' has been shown.
Tripura - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 41.80 Lac (41,80,150) | 13.78% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 42.18 Lac (42,17,944) | 14.81% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.54 Lac (42,53,748) | 15.78% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 42.88 Lac (42,87,563) | 16.7% | 0.92 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 43.21 Lac (43,21,378) | 17.62% | 0.92 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 43.55 Lac (43,55,193) | 18.54% | 0.92 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 43.89 Lac (43,89,009) | 19.46% | 0.92 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 44.20 Lac (44,19,840) | 20.3% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 44.46 Lac (44,45,699) | 21.01% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 44.73 Lac (44,72,552) | 21.74% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 44.99 Lac (44,99,405) | 22.47% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 45.26 Lac (45,26,258) | 23.2% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 45.53 Lac (45,53,111) | 23.93% | 0.73 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Tripura State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 45.53 Lac (45,53,111), with a male population of 23.00 Lac (23,00,190) and a female population of 22.53 Lac (22,52,907). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from Tripura State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.