Alangudi Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Alangudi Population 2026
91,204 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
87,804
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of -4.06% 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.
Census 2011 Data
Officialper 1000 Males
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Child (0-6) Stats
Future Generation • 10.7% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 965
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 9,323
Girls 8,996
Literacy Gap
14.6% Diff Male Literacy 78.8%
Female Literacy 64.2%
SC Population
24,375
14.3% of total
ST Population
24
0.0% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Labor)
Worker Participation Rate 47%
Main Workers 71,523
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 8,535
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 24.4%
Cultivators (Farmers) 29.7%
Agricultural Laborers 44.5%
Household Industries 1.4%
Historical Comparison (2001-2011)
Decadal Change| Metric | Census 2001 | Census 2011 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,57,823 | 1,70,419 | -33.90% |
| Literacy Rate | 63.97% | 71.41% | +7.4% |
| Sex Ratio | 996 | 1028 | +32 |
Decadal Growth Rate
-33.90%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
-4.06%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alangudi in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Alangudi in 2026 is 91,520. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of -4.06%.
What is the literacy rate of Alangudi? ▼
The literacy rate of Alangudi is 71.41% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Alangudi? ▼
The sex ratio of Alangudi is 1028 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 Alangudi in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Alangudi in 2027 is 87,804. This projection is based on the -4.06% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Alangudi population changed since 2001? ▼
Alangudi population grew from 2,57,823 in 2001 to 1,70,419 in 2011, a decadal growth of -33.90%. The annual compound growth rate was -4.06%.
What was the population of Alangudi in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Alangudi had a total population of 1,70,419. This comprised 84,023 males and 86,396 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Pudukkottai District
#4 of 11
By population size
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Rank in Tamil Nadu
#164 of 210
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Alangudi | Pudukkottai Avg | Tamil Nadu Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 71.41% | 68.34% ↑ 3.1%
| 69.99% ↑ 1.4%
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| Sex Ratio | 1028 | 1013 ↑ 15 | 1000 ↑ 28 |
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