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Dahanu Population Data

Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.

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Dahanu Population 2026

5,37,271 (Estimated)

Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.

Next Census 2027
5,46,818
Projected Estimate

Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 1.94% derived from Census 2001-2011 data. The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.

Dahanu Population 2026

Dahanu is a city located in Thane District, Maharashtra, India. As of 2026, the estimated population of Dahanu is 5,36,412, based on Census 2011 data and a growth rate of 1.94% per annum. According to Census 2011, Dahanu had a population of 4,02,095. The population comprises 1,99,574 males and 2,02,521 females.

Looking ahead, the projected population of Dahanu for Census 2027 is estimated to be 5,46,818, assuming the current growth trend continues.

Demographics of Dahanu

The sex ratio of Dahanu is 1015 females per 1000 males, which meets or exceeds the national average of 940. This demographic indicator reflects the gender balance and social conditions within the city.

Dahanu serves as an important urban center in Thane District, contributing to the region's economic and social development. The city's demographic profile has evolved over successive census periods, reflecting changes in urbanization, migration, and development patterns.

Dahanu Literacy and Education

Education is a key development indicator, and Dahanu has achieved a literacy rate of 51.15% as per Census 2011. This literacy rate reflects the city's commitment to education and human development.

The city continues to work towards improving educational outcomes, with various initiatives focused on increasing access to quality education for all residents.

Historical Growth (2001-2011)

Between Census 2001 and Census 2011, Dahanu experienced a population growth of 21.2%, growing from 3,31,829 to 4,02,095. The annual compound growth rate during this period was 1.94%. This growth pattern provides insights into the city's development trajectory and helps in planning for future infrastructure and services.

Census 2011 Data

Official
👥Total Population
4,02,095
📖Literacy Rate
51.15%
⚖️Sex Ratio
1015
per 1000 Males
🏠Households
82,139
👶

Child (0-6) Stats

Future Generation • 15.0% of total pop

Child Sex Ratio 977

Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)

Boys 30,572
Girls 29,861

Literacy Gap

16.0% Diff
Male Literacy 59.2%
Female Literacy 43.2%
SC Population
6,513
1.6% of total
ST Population
2,77,904
69.1% of total
👷

Workforce Economy

Primary occupation: services & industries

Worker Participation Rate 46%
Main Workers 1,45,587

Employment > 6 months/year

Marginal Workers 40,452

Employment < 6 months/year

Employment Sectors

Other Workers (Services/Ind) 34.3%
Cultivators (Farmers) 27.8%
Agricultural Laborers 34.2%
Household Industries 3.7%

Villages & Towns

173 locations
Name Type Population
dahanu (m cl) Village 50,287
chinchani (ct) Village 13,646
bordi Village 7,682
vangaon Village 7,649
jambugaon Village 7,298
kainad Village 5,706
ambesari Village 5,690
saravali Village 5,402
modgaon Village 5,360
dhakti dahanu Village 4,903
chikhale Village 4,534
charoti Village 4,520
kosbad Village 4,479
gholwad Village 4,403
ashagad Village 4,160
vankas Village 4,019
agwan Village 3,993
dhamanagaon Village 3,905
nagzari Village 3,720
bhisenagar Village 3,693
dapchari Village 3,645
halapada Village 3,582
dabhon Village 3,444
sakhare Village 3,354
chalani Village 3,313
junnarpada Village 3,245
gangangaon Village 3,224
dehane Village 3,214
murbad Village 3,004
vanai Village 2,953
rankol Village 2,917
varor Village 2,810
veti Village 2,796
raipur Village 2,782
narpad Village 2,759
vangarje Village 2,702
pale Village 2,569
shilonde Village 2,512
sogwe Village 2,485
bahare Village 2,294
saiwan Village 2,266
waki Village 2,260
raitali Village 2,178
ranshet Village 2,173
aswali Village 2,165
kinhawali Village 2,163
awadhani Village 2,137
komgaon Village 2,134
vasgaon Village 2,115
dabhadi Village 2,099
dhumket Village 2,097
dhundalwadi Village 2,059
ambivali tarf bahare Village 2,055
gowane Village 2,051
kolavali Village 2,048
chandranagar Village 2,039
vasantwadi Village 2,009
shensari Village 2,001
nikane Village 1,975
ganjad Village 1,966
kandarwadi Village 1,965
raipada Village 1,964
kasara Village 1,954
somanath Village 1,940
chari tarf kotebi Village 1,927
shisne Village 1,910
tawa Village 1,905
nimbapur Village 1,903
kasa kh. Village 1,872
bharad Village 1,859
gaurwadi Village 1,844
asave Village 1,841
dharampur Village 1,818
sukad-amba Village 1,811
bapugaon Village 1,780
jamshet Village 1,775
kankradi Village 1,769
vivalvedhe Village 1,754
navnath Village 1,751
bade pokharan Village 1,686
asangaon bk. Village 1,666
ghol Village 1,655
khunavade Village 1,636
vikasnagar Village 1,630
sarani Village 1,613
sawata Village 1,594
kalamdevi Village 1,582
vaghadi Village 1,560
devgaon Village 1,547
bavade Village 1,523
pimpalshet bk. Village 1,515
khaniv Village 1,514
kotabi Village 1,507
osarvira Village 1,494
jingaon Village 1,493
manipur Village 1,458
pavan Village 1,450
chinchale Village 1,449
kapshi Village 1,439
jalwai Village 1,405
paraswadi Village 1,399
naruli Village 1,398
dhaniwari Village 1,390
diwashi Village 1,380
ganeshbag Village 1,365
varoti Village 1,365
gangodi Village 1,363
vadhane Village 1,357
aine Village 1,355
dahyale Village 1,348
chimbave Village 1,339
zarali Village 1,338
asangaon Village 1,333
dhamatane Village 1,331
dabhale Village 1,328
gungavada Village 1,328
ambistewadi Village 1,310
chandigaon Village 1,293
chandwad Village 1,282
vandhavan Village 1,278
pandhartaragaon Village 1,230
karanjvira Village 1,213
gadchinchale Village 1,208
ghadane Village 1,202
motgaon Village 1,199
alkapur Village 1,195
motapada Village 1,149
deur Village 1,114
osarwadi Village 1,112
dedale Village 1,109
khambale Village 1,104
bandhghar Village 1,103
urse Village 1,095
kosesari Village 1,092
ashte Village 1,075
tadiyale Village 1,062
tanashi Village 1,053
varkhande Village 1,041
phanaswadi Village 1,032
ambewadi Village 1,018
saye Village 999
rampur Village 975
lashkari Village 967
thakurwadi Village 935
naraliwadi Village 920
khubale Village 913
sonale Village 905
bramhanwadi Village 871
bendgaon Village 828
ambivali Village 798
suryanagar Village 786
peth Village 734
kolhan Village 693
dahigaon Village 655
ambiste Village 632
pardi Village 632
pokharan Village 622
pimpalshet kh. Village 606
talothe Village 529
nikavali Village 524
vyahali Village 517
bodgaon Village 495
vire Village 488
punjave Village 467
chari tarf jamshet Village 464
vadade Village 458
nandare Village 444
patilpada Village 441
mhasad Village 422
tornipada Village 284
sasvand Village 266
bhavadi Village 201
shelti Village 154

Historical Comparison (2001-2011)

Decadal Change
Metric Census 2001 Census 2011 Change
Population 3,31,829 4,02,095 +21.18%
Literacy Rate 47.05% 51.15% +4.1%
Sex Ratio 994 1015 +21
Decadal Growth Rate
21.18%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
1.94%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Dahanu in 2026?
The estimated population of Dahanu in 2026 is 5,36,412. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 1.94%.
What is the literacy rate of Dahanu?
The literacy rate of Dahanu is 51.15% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Dahanu?
The sex ratio of Dahanu is 1015 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Dahanu in 2027?
The projected population of Dahanu in 2027 is 5,46,818. This projection is based on the 1.94% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Dahanu population changed since 2001?
Dahanu population grew from 3,31,829 in 2001 to 4,02,095 in 2011, a decadal growth of 21.18%. The annual compound growth rate was 1.94%.
What was the population of Dahanu in Census 2011?
According to Census 2011, Dahanu had a total population of 4,02,095. This comprised 1,99,574 males and 2,02,521 females.

📊 Comparison & Rankings

🏆
Rank in Thane District
#8 of 15
By population size
🎯
Rank in Maharashtra
#46 of 356
Among all talukas/cities in state

Comparison with Averages

Metric Dahanu Thane Avg Maharashtra Avg
Literacy Rate 51.15%
65.01% ↓ 13.9%
69.46% ↓ 18.3%
Sex Ratio 1015
937 ↑ 78
958 ↑ 57

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