New Delhi
District in NCT OF DELHI
As of 2026 estimates, New Delhi population is projected to be N/A, showing a N/A% growth since the 2011 Census. The district has a literacy rate of N/A% and a sex ratio of 822.
New Delhi District of NCT OF DELHI has a total population of 1,42,004 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 77,942 are males while 64,062 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 1,42,004
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 822
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how New Delhi has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 8.99% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 894 girls per 1000 boys, which is higher than the overall district sex ratio of 822.
Total Children
12,760
8.99% of population
Boys
6,738
52.8%
Girls
6,022
47.2%
Child Sex Ratio
894
girls per 1000 boys
⚠️ Below national average
Religion Breakdown
What is the demographics & social profile of New Delhi?
The text sex ratio of New Delhi stands at 822 females per 1000 males. This is lower than the national average of 940. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at N/A%. Male literacy stands at 92.24% while female literacy is at 83.56%, showing a gender gap of 8.68%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 23.41% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 0.00% of total population in New Delhi.
What is the workforce statistics of New Delhi?
Out of the total population of 1,42,004, 59,541 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 41.93% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 94.84% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 5.16% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 56,471
- Marginal Workers
- 3,070
- Non-Workers
- 82,463
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of New Delhi?
Population breakdown: 77,942 males (54.9%) and 64,062 females (45.1%) out of 1,42,004 total population.
What is the literacy rate of New Delhi?
Literacy rate for District is % out of 1,14,179 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in New Delhi?
Literacy rates: Male 92.24%, Female 83.56%, Overall %. Gender gap is 8.7%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of New Delhi district in NCT OF DELHI?
New Delhi district in NCT OF DELHI has a total population of 1,42,004 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 77,942 males and 64,062 females.
What is the literacy rate of New Delhi district?
The overall literacy rate of New Delhi district is N/A%. Male literacy is 92.24% and female literacy is 83.56%.
What is the sex ratio in New Delhi district?
The sex ratio in New Delhi district is 822 females per 1000 males. This is below the national average.
What is the child population of New Delhi district?
New Delhi district has 12,760 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 6,738 are boys and 6,022 are girls. The child sex ratio is 894 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the workforce participation in New Delhi district?
Out of the total population of 1,42,004, 59,541 people (41.9%) are engaged in work activities in New Delhi district.
Sources & Methodology
Primary Data: Census 2011, Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India.
2026 Projections: Estimated using linear growth extrapolation from 2001-2011 data. View our Methodology Page for details.