Districts in Tripura State

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 .

36.74 Lac

Toatl Population

18.74 Lac

Male Population

18.00 Lac

Female Population

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
Hindu30,63,90383.4%
Muslim3,16,0428.6%
Christian1,59,8824.35%
Buddhist1,25,3853.41%
Religion not stated5,2610.14%
Other religions and persuasions1,5140.04%
Sikh1,0700.03%
Jain8600.02%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Tripura 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

Historical Population of Tripura by Census Year 1901-2011

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%.

Tripura Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Tripura is 36.74 Lac (36,73,917).

The estimated population of Tripura in 2024 is approximately 41.80 Lac (41,80,150).

Hindu constitute 83.4% of Tripura population, amounting to approximately 30.64 Lac (30,63,903) people.

Muslim constitute 8.6% of Tripura population, totaling around 3.16 Lac (3,16,042) people.

Hindu: 83.4%, Muslim: 8.6%, Christian: 4.35%, Buddhist: 3.41%, Religion not stated: 0.14%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.04%, Sikh: 0.03%, Jain: 0.02%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Tripura is 6.55 Lac (17.83%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 11.67 Lac (31.76%).

In Tripura, 9.61 Lac (26.17%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 27.12 Lac (73.83%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tripura is 87.22%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 82.73%.

The sex ratio in Tripura is 961 females for every 1000 males.

Tripura population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.85% up to 2036.