South
District in NCT OF DELHI
As of 2026 estimates, South 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 862.
South District of NCT OF DELHI has a total population of 27,31,929 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 14,67,428 are males while 12,64,501 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 27,31,929
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 862
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how South has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 12.12% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 885 girls per 1000 boys, which is higher than the overall district sex ratio of 862.
Total Children
3,31,043
12.12% of population
Boys
1,75,592
53.0%
Girls
1,55,451
47.0%
Child Sex Ratio
885
girls per 1000 boys
⚠️ Below national average
Religion Breakdown
What is the demographics & social profile of South?
The text sex ratio of South stands at 862 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 91.73% while female literacy is at 80.55%, showing a gender gap of 11.18%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 15.48% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 0.00% of total population in South.
What is the workforce statistics of South?
Out of the total population of 27,31,929, 9,24,393 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 33.84% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 94.02% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 5.98% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 8,69,086
- Marginal Workers
- 55,307
- Non-Workers
- 18,07,536
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of South?
Population breakdown: 14,67,428 males (53.7%) and 12,64,501 females (46.3%) out of 27,31,929 total population.
What is the literacy rate of South?
Literacy rate for District is % out of 20,78,402 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in South?
Literacy rates: Male 91.73%, Female 80.55%, Overall %. Gender gap is 11.2%.
Other Districts in NCT OF DELHI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of South district in NCT OF DELHI?
South district in NCT OF DELHI has a total population of 27,31,929 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 14,67,428 males and 12,64,501 females.
What is the literacy rate of South district?
The overall literacy rate of South district is N/A%. Male literacy is 91.73% and female literacy is 80.55%.
What is the sex ratio in South district?
The sex ratio in South district is 862 females per 1000 males. This is below the national average.
What is the child population of South district?
South district has 3,31,043 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 1,75,592 are boys and 1,55,451 are girls. The child sex ratio is 885 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the workforce participation in South district?
Out of the total population of 27,31,929, 9,24,393 people (33.8%) are engaged in work activities in South 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.