Darjiling Population
As per the 2011 Census, Darjiling District has a population of 18.47 Lac (18,46,823) with 9.37 Lac (9,37,259) males and 9.10 Lac (9,09,564) females.The sex ratio in Darjiling is 971, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Darjiling District is 1.93 Lac (1,93,169) which is 10.46% of Darjiling District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Darjiling District is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Darjiling District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Darjiling Population Census 2011
- Darjiling 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
Darjiling Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Darjiling District current estimated population is projected to be 20.10 Lac (20,10,384), indicating a 8.86% increased from Darjiling 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.14 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.97 Lac.
Darjiling Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Darjiling District estimated population is projected to be 20.20 Lac (20,20,029), projecting a 9.38% increased from Darjiling 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.18 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.02 Lac.
Darjiling Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Darjiling District, with a total Hindu population of 13.67 Lac (13,66,681), accounting for 74% of the Darjiling District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.96 Lac (6,96,173), and the Hindu female population is around 6.71 Lac (6,70,508).
Darjiling Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Darjiling District, with a total Buddhist population of 2.09 Lac (2,09,240), accounting for 11.33% of the Darjiling District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 1.05 Lac (1,04,519), and the Buddhist female population is around 1.05 Lac (1,04,721).
Darjiling Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,66,681 | 74% |
| Buddhist | 2,09,240 | 11.33% |
| Christian | 1,41,848 | 7.68% |
| Muslim | 1,05,086 | 5.69% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 15,523 | 0.84% |
| Religion not stated | 4,573 | 0.25% |
| Sikh | 2,032 | 0.11% |
| Jain | 1,840 | 0.1% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDarjiling Urban Population
The Urban population of Darjiling District is 7.28 Lac (7,27,963), with 3.70 Lac (3,70,294) being males and 3.58 Lac (3,57,669) being females, making up 39.42% of the Darjiling total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Darjiling Rural Population
The Rural population of Darjiling District is 11.19 Lac (11,18,860), with 5.67 Lac (5,66,965) being males and 5.52 Lac (5,51,895) being females, making up 60.58% of the Darjiling total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Darjiling Literacy Rate
Darjiling District has a literacy rate of 79.56% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Darjiling District is 85.61 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Darjiling District is 73.33 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Darjiling District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.48%, while in the rural regions of Darjiling District, it is around 74.27%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Darjiling
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.56 | 85.61 | 73.33 |
| Urban Area | 87.48 | 91.37 | 83.48 |
| Rural Area | 74.27 | 81.76 | 66.59 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Darjiling
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.08 | 86.11 | 73.83 |
| Buddhist | 83.62 | 89.38 | 77.89 |
| Christian | 78.21 | 84.78 | 71.96 |
| Muslim | 64.58 | 71.32 | 57.24 |
Darjiling Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Darjiling District is 3.17 Lac (3,17,275) with 1.61 Lac (1,61,495) males and 1.56 Lac (1,55,780) females, which is 17.18% of Darjiling District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Darjiling Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Darjiling District is 3.97 Lac (3,97,389) with 1.97 Lac (1,97,251) males and 2.00 Lac (2,00,138) females, which is 21.52% of Darjiling District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1015 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Darjiling
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 971 |
| Urban Area | 966 |
| Rural Area | 974 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Darjiling
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 964 |
| Buddhist | 1002 |
| Christian | 1040 |
| Muslim | 922 |
Darjiling Area & Households
The Total Area of Darjiling District is 3,149 Square KM, with a population density of 586 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Darjiling District are 29 and the Total Number of Villages in Darjiling District are 687.The Total Number of households in Darjiling District are 3.91 Lac(3,91,234).
Darjiling Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Darjiling District, there are about 6.84 Lac (6,83,726) workers, making up nearly 37.02% of the Darjiling District total population. Out of these, around 4.80 Lac (4,79,586) are male workers, and about 2.04 Lac (2,04,140) are female workers.
Darjiling - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Darjiling district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,65,780, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 18,46,823 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 35.9% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.65%.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.
Darjiling District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,65,780 to 18,46,823.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 35.9%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.66 Lac | --- | --- | 1.42 Lac | 1.24 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.80 Lac | 14.12 k | 5.312288359 | 1.50 Lac | 1.30 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.94 Lac | 14.34 k | 5.122562067 | 1.55 Lac | 1.39 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.32 Lac | 37.82 k | 12.85494346 | 1.77 Lac | 1.56 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.91 Lac | 58.84 k | 17.71903355 | 2.08 Lac | 1.83 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.60 Lac | 68.72 k | 17.57947705 | 2.47 Lac | 2.13 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.25 Lac | 1.65 Lac | 35.90445958 | 3.35 Lac | 2.90 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.82 Lac | 1.57 Lac | 25.15641009 | 4.15 Lac | 3.66 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.24 Lac | 2.42 Lac | 31.01805246 | 5.43 Lac | 4.82 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.00 Lac | 2.76 Lac | 26.91187569 | 6.79 Lac | 6.21 Lac |
| 2001 | 16.09 Lac | 3.09 Lac | 23.79017462 | 8.31 Lac | 7.79 Lac |
| 2011 | 18.47 Lac | 2.38 Lac | 14.76852692 | 9.37 Lac | 9.10 Lac |
Darjiling - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.10 Lac (20,10,384) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 20.20 Lac (20,20,029) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 20.28 Lac (20,27,922) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 20.35 Lac (20,34,546) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 20.41 Lac (20,41,171) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 20.48 Lac (20,47,795) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 20.54 Lac (20,54,420) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 20.59 Lac (20,58,971) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 20.62 Lac (20,62,051) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 20.65 Lac (20,65,132) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 20.68 Lac (20,68,213) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 20.71 Lac (20,71,293) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 20.74 Lac (20,74,354) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Darjiling District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 20.74 Lac (20,74,354), with a male population of 10.39 Lac (10,38,551) and a female population of 10.36 Lac (10,36,124). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Darjiling District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.