Salem
District in TAMIL NADU
As of 2026 estimates, Salem 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 954.
Salem District of TAMIL NADU has a total population of 34,82,056 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 17,81,571 are males while 17,00,485 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 34,82,056
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 954
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how Salem has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 9.91% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 916 girls per 1000 boys, which is lower than the overall district sex ratio of 954.
Total Children
3,44,960
9.91% of population
Boys
1,80,002
52.2%
Girls
1,64,958
47.8%
Child Sex Ratio
916
girls per 1000 boys
⚠️ Below national average
📊 Population Density
Salem district has a population density of 664 persons per sq. km, which is above the national average of 382. The district covers a total area of 5,245 sq. km.
Density
664
per sq. km
Total Area
5,245
sq. km
Total Population
34,82,056
Census 2011
Density Comparison
Religion Breakdown
What is the demographics & social profile of Salem?
The text sex ratio of Salem stands at 954 females per 1000 males. This is comparable to or better than the national average. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at N/A%. Male literacy stands at 80.24% while female literacy is at 65.15%, showing a gender gap of 15.09%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 16.67% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 3.43% of total population in Salem.
What is the workforce statistics of Salem?
Out of the total population of 34,82,056, 16,94,160 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 48.65% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 92.14% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 7.86% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 15,61,030
- Marginal Workers
- 1,33,130
- Non-Workers
- 17,87,896
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of Salem?
Population breakdown: 17,81,571 males (51.2%) and 17,00,485 females (48.8%) out of 34,82,056 total population.
What is the literacy rate of Salem?
Literacy rate for District is % out of 22,85,562 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in Salem?
Literacy rates: Male 80.24%, Female 65.15%, Overall %. Gender gap is 15.1%.
Other Districts in TAMIL NADU
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Salem district in TAMIL NADU?
Salem district in TAMIL NADU has a total population of 34,82,056 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 17,81,571 males and 17,00,485 females.
What is the literacy rate of Salem district?
The overall literacy rate of Salem district is N/A%. Male literacy is 80.24% and female literacy is 65.15%.
What is the sex ratio in Salem district?
The sex ratio in Salem district is 954 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the child population of Salem district?
Salem district has 3,44,960 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 1,80,002 are boys and 1,64,958 are girls. The child sex ratio is 916 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the population density of Salem district?
Salem district has a population density of 664 persons per square kilometer. The district covers a total area of 5,245 sq. km.
What is the workforce participation in Salem district?
Out of the total population of 34,82,056, 16,94,160 people (48.7%) are engaged in work activities in Salem 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.