West Tripura Population
As per the 2011 Census, West Tripura District has a population of 17.26 Lac (17,25,739) with 8.79 Lac (8,79,428) males and 8.46 Lac (8,46,311) females.The sex ratio in West Tripura is 963, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of West Tripura District is 1.91 Lac (1,90,850) which is 11.06% of West Tripura District overall population, Child sex Ratio of West Tripura District is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, West Tripura District is listed as part of TRIPURA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- West Tripura Population Census 2011
- West 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
West Tripura Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, West Tripura District current estimated population is projected to be 19.64 Lac (19,63,531), indicating a 13.78% increased from West Tripura 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.97 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.67 Lac.
West Tripura Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, West Tripura District estimated population is projected to be 19.81 Lac (19,81,283), projecting a 14.81% increased from West Tripura 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.05 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.76 Lac.
West Tripura Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in West Tripura District, with a total Hindu population of 15.13 Lac (15,12,801), accounting for 87.66% of the West Tripura District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.70 Lac (7,70,487), and the Hindu female population is around 7.42 Lac (7,42,314).
West Tripura Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in West Tripura District, with a total Muslim population of 1.53 Lac (1,52,791), accounting for 8.85% of the West Tripura District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 78.03 k (78,028), and the Muslim female population is around 74.76 k (74,763).
West Tripura Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,12,801 | 87.66% |
| Muslim | 1,52,791 | 8.85% |
| Christian | 53,622 | 3.11% |
| Religion not stated | 3,106 | 0.18% |
| Buddhist | 2,128 | 0.12% |
| Sikh | 499 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 430 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 362 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationWest Tripura Urban Population
The Urban population of West Tripura District is 6.78 Lac (6,77,638), with 3.43 Lac (3,42,708) being males and 3.35 Lac (3,34,930) being females, making up 39.27% of the West Tripura total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 978 females for every 1000 males.
West Tripura Rural Population
The Rural population of West Tripura District is 10.48 Lac (10,48,101), with 5.37 Lac (5,36,720) being males and 5.11 Lac (5,11,381) being females, making up 60.73% of the West Tripura total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 953 females for every 1000 males.
West Tripura Literacy Rate
West Tripura District has a literacy rate of 88.69% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of West Tripura District is 92.5 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of West Tripura District is 84.75 higher than national average of 64.63%. In West Tripura District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 93.23%, while in the rural regions of West Tripura District, it is around 85.67%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of West Tripura
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88.69 | 92.5 | 84.75 |
| Urban Area | 93.23 | 95.31 | 91.11 |
| Rural Area | 85.67 | 90.65 | 80.44 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in West Tripura
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 89.45 | 93.14 | 85.61 |
| Muslim | 80.8 | 85.4 | 76.01 |
| Christian | 88.66 | 93.44 | 83.71 |
| Religion not stated | 89.12 | 91.92 | 86.18 |
West Tripura Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in West Tripura District is 3.38 Lac (3,38,094) with 1.73 Lac (1,72,522) males and 1.66 Lac (1,65,572) females, which is 19.59% of West Tripura District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 960 females for every 1000 males.
West Tripura Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in West Tripura District is 4.32 Lac (4,31,944) with 2.17 Lac (2,17,278) males and 2.15 Lac (2,14,666) females, which is 25.03% of West Tripura District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of West Tripura
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 |
| Urban Area | 978 |
| Rural Area | 953 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in West Tripura
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 964 |
| Muslim | 959 |
| Christian | 953 |
| Religion not stated | 943 |
West Tripura Area & Households
The Total Area of West Tripura District is 2,993 Square KM, with a population density of 577 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in West Tripura District are 21 and the Total Number of Villages in West Tripura District are 287.The Total Number of households in West Tripura District are 4.11 Lac(4,10,565).
West Tripura Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In West Tripura District, there are about 6.98 Lac (6,98,178) workers, making up nearly 40.46% of the West Tripura District total population. Out of these, around 5.00 Lac (5,00,406) are male workers, and about 1.98 Lac (1,97,772) are female workers.
West Tripura - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, West Tripura district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,14,519, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,25,739 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 77.56% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 32.22%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (*1901, 1911) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
West Tripura District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,14,519 to 17,25,739.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 77.56%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| *1901 | 1.15 Lac | ----- | ----- | 61.02 k | 53.50 k |
| 1911 | 1.14 Lac | N.A. | N.A. | 60.03 k | 53.48 k |
| 1921 | 1.43 Lac | 29.03 k | 25.57238123 | 75.31 k | 67.24 k |
| 1931 | 1.74 Lac | 31.06 k | 21.78805438 | 91.79 k | 81.82 k |
| 1941 | 2.36 Lac | 61.95 k | 35.68178153 | 1.25 Lac | 1.10 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.22 Lac | 86.23 k | 36.60639612 | 1.69 Lac | 1.53 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.71 Lac | 2.50 Lac | 77.5554347 | 2.95 Lac | 2.76 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.48 Lac | 1.76 Lac | 30.84439964 | 3.84 Lac | 3.63 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.76 Lac | 2.29 Lac | 30.5931895 | 5.00 Lac | 4.77 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.94 Lac | 3.18 Lac | 32.53350569 | 6.66 Lac | 6.28 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.33 Lac | 2.39 Lac | 18.48119698 | 7.86 Lac | 7.47 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.26 Lac | 1.93 Lac | 12.57398978 | 8.79 Lac | 8.46 Lac |
West Tripura - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19.64 Lac (19,63,531) | 13.78% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 19.81 Lac (19,81,283) | 14.81% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 19.98 Lac (19,98,102) | 15.78% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 20.14 Lac (20,13,986) | 16.7% | 0.92 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 20.30 Lac (20,29,869) | 17.62% | 0.92 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 20.46 Lac (20,45,753) | 18.54% | 0.92 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 20.62 Lac (20,61,637) | 19.46% | 0.92 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 20.76 Lac (20,76,120) | 20.3% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 20.88 Lac (20,88,266) | 21.01% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 21.01 Lac (21,00,880) | 21.74% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 21.13 Lac (21,13,494) | 22.47% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 21.26 Lac (21,26,107) | 23.2% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 21.39 Lac (21,38,721) | 23.93% | 0.73 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that West Tripura District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 21.39 Lac (21,38,721), with a male population of 10.79 Lac (10,79,214) and a female population of 10.60 Lac (10,59,526). This reflects a total growth of 23.93% from West Tripura District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.