Nadia Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nadia District has a population of 51.68 Lac (51,67,600) with 26.54 Lac (26,53,768) males and 25.14 Lac (25,13,832) females.The sex ratio in Nadia is 948, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nadia District is 5.25 Lac (5,25,180) which is 10.16% of Nadia District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nadia District is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nadia District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
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Nadia Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nadia District current estimated population is projected to be 56.25 Lac (56,25,259), indicating a 8.86% increased from Nadia 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 28.71 Lac, and the estimated female population is 27.54 Lac.
Nadia Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nadia District estimated population is projected to be 56.52 Lac (56,52,246), projecting a 9.38% increased from Nadia 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 28.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 27.69 Lac.
Nadia Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nadia District, with a total Hindu population of 37.28 Lac (37,28,482), accounting for 72.15% of the Nadia District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 19.18 Lac (19,18,012), and the Hindu female population is around 18.10 Lac (18,10,470).
Nadia Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nadia District, with a total Muslim population of 13.83 Lac (13,82,682), accounting for 26.76% of the Nadia District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.07 Lac (7,07,381), and the Muslim female population is around 6.75 Lac (6,75,301).
Nadia Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 37,28,482 | 72.15% |
| Muslim | 13,82,682 | 26.76% |
| Christian | 33,835 | 0.65% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 16,893 | 0.33% |
| Religion not stated | 4,064 | 0.08% |
| Sikh | 849 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 514 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 281 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNadia Urban Population
The Urban population of Nadia District is 14.39 Lac (14,38,873), with 7.33 Lac (7,32,656) being males and 7.06 Lac (7,06,217) being females, making up 27.84% of the Nadia total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 964 females for every 1000 males.
Nadia Rural Population
The Rural population of Nadia District is 37.29 Lac (37,28,727), with 19.21 Lac (19,21,112) being males and 18.08 Lac (18,07,615) being females, making up 72.16% of the Nadia total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Nadia Literacy Rate
Nadia District has a literacy rate of 74.97% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nadia District is 78.75 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nadia District is 70.98 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nadia District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.35%, while in the rural regions of Nadia District, it is around 70.85%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nadia
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.97 | 78.75 | 70.98 |
| Urban Area | 85.35 | 88.95 | 81.63 |
| Rural Area | 70.85 | 74.76 | 66.69 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nadia
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.91 | 83.18 | 74.39 |
| Muslim | 63.77 | 66.13 | 61.29 |
| Christian | 84.6 | 84.41 | 84.78 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 59.52 | 68.9 | 49.68 |
Nadia Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nadia District is 15.47 Lac (15,46,917) with 7.98 Lac (7,98,258) males and 7.49 Lac (7,48,659) females, which is 29.93% of Nadia District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Nadia Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nadia District is 1.41 Lac (1,40,700) with 71.14 k (71,142) males and 69.56 k (69,558) females, which is 2.72% of Nadia District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nadia
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 |
| Urban Area | 964 |
| Rural Area | 941 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nadia
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 944 |
| Muslim | 955 |
| Christian | 1024 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 961 |
Nadia Area & Households
The Total Area of Nadia District is 3,927 Square KM, with a population density of 1,316 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nadia District are 65 and the Total Number of Villages in Nadia District are 1,307.The Total Number of households in Nadia District are 12.32 Lac(12,32,282).
Nadia Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nadia District, there are about 18.43 Lac (18,42,607) workers, making up nearly 35.66% of the Nadia District total population. Out of these, around 15.54 Lac (15,54,090) are male workers, and about 2.89 Lac (2,88,517) are female workers.
Nadia - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nadia district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,71,672, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 51,67,600 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 49.81% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 20.08%.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.
Nadia District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,71,672 to 51,67,600.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 49.81%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 7.72 Lac | --- | --- | 3.83 Lac | 3.88 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.74 Lac | 2.79 k | 0.361163811 | 3.88 Lac | 3.86 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.10 Lac | -64.00 k | -8.264349694 | 3.63 Lac | 3.47 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.21 Lac | 10.49 k | 1.476377814 | 3.70 Lac | 3.51 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.39 Lac | 1.18 Lac | 16.41791873 | 4.31 Lac | 4.08 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.43 Lac | 3.03 Lac | 36.14620616 | 5.90 Lac | 5.53 Lac |
| 1961 | 17.12 Lac | 5.69 Lac | 49.80755868 | 8.79 Lac | 8.33 Lac |
| 1971 | 22.24 Lac | 5.12 Lac | 29.91424382 | 11.42 Lac | 10.82 Lac |
| 1981 | 29.64 Lac | 7.40 Lac | 33.2900912 | 15.23 Lac | 14.41 Lac |
| 1991 | 38.52 Lac | 8.88 Lac | 29.95169441 | 19.90 Lac | 18.62 Lac |
| 2001 | 46.05 Lac | 7.53 Lac | 19.54078519 | 23.67 Lac | 22.38 Lac |
| 2011 | 51.68 Lac | 5.63 Lac | 12.22137118 | 26.54 Lac | 25.14 Lac |
Nadia - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 56.25 Lac (56,25,259) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 56.52 Lac (56,52,246) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 56.74 Lac (56,74,332) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 56.93 Lac (56,92,868) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 57.11 Lac (57,11,404) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 57.30 Lac (57,29,940) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 57.48 Lac (57,48,477) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 57.61 Lac (57,61,210) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 57.70 Lac (57,69,830) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 57.78 Lac (57,78,450) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 57.87 Lac (57,87,070) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 57.96 Lac (57,95,690) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 58.04 Lac (58,04,254) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nadia District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 58.04 Lac (58,04,254), with a male population of 29.41 Lac (29,40,568) and a female population of 28.64 Lac (28,63,615). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Nadia District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.