The Dhalai district of Tripura had a population of 378,230 approx. in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of 475,900 by 2025. It has an area of 2,400 sq km and population density of 158 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 944 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 85.72.The child sex ratio is 968 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion Hindu with 81.20 % and Bengali is the main language spoken by 44.16%. The district population is 6% urban and 94% rural, and Scheduled Tribes accounts for 55.68% of the total population.There are a total of 37 families houseless in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| Census Indicator |
Statistical Value |
| Actual Population (2011) |
378,230 |
| Estimated Population (2025) |
475,900 |
| Average Literacy Rate |
85.72% |
| Sex Ratio (Per 1000 Males) |
944 |
- District population is growing steadily over the years.
- Most citizens live in peaceful rural blocks.
- Literacy status shows high growth.
- Tribal communities hold a major share here.
Historical Population Data and Trends
| Census Year |
Total Population |
Decadal Growth Rate |
| 2001 |
307,868 |
10.96% |
| 2011 |
378,230 |
22.85% |
- Growth: accelerated during last decade
- Male population in 2011: 194,544
- Female population in 2011: 183,686
- Total population gain: 70,362 people
Future Population Projections
| Projection Year |
Estimated Population |
| 2021 |
451,700 |
| 2022 |
459,100 |
| 2023 |
465,600 |
| 2024 |
471,100 |
| 2025 |
475,900 |
| 2026 |
480,000 |
Gender Demographics and Sex Ratio
| Demographic Parameter |
Value (2011) |
Value (2001) |
| General Sex Ratio |
944 |
935 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0-6 Age) |
968 |
965 |
- Gender balance is improving positively.
- Child girl count is healthy.
- More females recorded per thousand males over time.
Education and Literacy Statistics
| Category |
Total Literates |
Literacy Rate |
| Overall District |
276,217 |
85.72% |
| Male Literacy |
151,643 |
91.31% |
| Female Literacy |
124,574 |
79.79% |
- Male education: very high level
- Female education: catching up fast
- Total illiterate count: 102,013
Religious Diversity Data
| Religion Name |
Percentage Share |
Total Count |
| Hindu |
81.20% |
307,120 |
| Buddhist |
10.34% |
39,120 |
| Christian |
6.07% |
22,940 |
| Muslim |
2.18% |
8,256 |
| Sikh |
0.05% |
175 |
| Jain |
0.02% |
85 |
| Other Religions |
0.05% |
206 |
| Not Stated |
0.09% |
328 |
Social Class and Caste Composition
| Social Category |
Percentage Share |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) |
55.68% |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) |
16.31% |
- Tribals make up more than half the local population.
- Scheduled Caste communities form a significant minority.
- Social structures are deep-rooted in tribal heritage.
Child Population Analysis
| Child Parameter (0-6 Years) |
Male Children |
Female Children |
Total Children |
| Population Count |
28,460 |
27,551 |
56,011 |
| Proportion to Total |
14.63% |
15.00% |
14.81% |
Urban and Rural Distribution
| Sector |
Population Share |
Percentage Share |
| Rural Areas |
355,536 |
94.00% |
| Urban Towns |
22,694 |
6.00% |
Main Spoken Languages
| Language |
Percentage Speakers |
| Bengali |
44.16% |
| Tripuri (Kokborok) |
41.57% |
Geographical and Area Details
| Attribute |
Measurement Value |
| Total Land Area |
2,400 sq km |
| Population Density |
158 people per sq km |
Administrative Structure and Urban Locations
| Key Subdivisions / Towns |
Administrative Type |
| Ambassa |
District Headquarters / Town |
| Kamalpur |
Subdivision / Town |
| Chawamanu |
Regional Subdivision |
| Gandumcherra (Raima Valley) |
Regional Subdivision |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the exact population of the district in 2011? The total recorded count was 378,230 people.
- Which language group is the largest in the area? Bengali has the highest share at 44.16 percent followed closely by Tripuri.
- What is the average literacy level of local residents? The district stands strong with a high literacy rate of 85.72 percent.
- Is the local layout mostly cities or villages? Over 94 percent of families live in rural countryside setups.
- What is the overall land spread size of this place? It spans across a total geographical area of 2,400 square kilometers.