According to a survey conducted by India's fifth National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) in 2021 stated that about 36 percent of Christian men consumed alcohol in India. In contrast, over six percent of Muslim men consumed alcohol.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: Urban data was reported at 68,740,419.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 49,393,496.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: Urban data is updated yearly, averaging 59,066,957.500 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 68,740,419.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 49,393,496.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: Urban data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

A survey conducted across India in 2024 found that ** percent of Hindu population and ** percent of minorities agree that India belongs to all religions equally. The survey reflects citizens' faith in the secular and pluralistic fabric of the country.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Hindu: Male data was reported at 498,306,968.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 428,678,554.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Hindu: Male data is updated yearly, averaging 463,492,761.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 498,306,968.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 428,678,554.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Hindu: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

According to a survey on app usage around Diwali in 2022, the amount of time people in India spent using shopping apps increased significantly in the four weeks after Diwali. Weekdays during that period recorded a 60 percent growth in shopping app sessions, while weekends saw a session growth of 25 percent.

Global Religious Demographics

Global religious demographics over time

By Throwback Thursday [source]

About this dataset

The dataset contains information on a wide range of religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism, Shintoism, Baha'i Faith, Taoism, Confucianism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism, Syncretic Religions (religious practices that blend elements from multiple faiths), Animism (belief in spiritual beings in nature), Non-Religious individuals or those without any religious affiliation.

For each religion and region/country combination recorded in the dataset we have the following information:

• Total population: The total population of the region or country.
• Religious affiliation percentages: The percentages of the population that identify with specific religious affiliations.
• Subgroup populations/percentages: The populations or percentages within specific denominations or sects of each religion.

The dataset also provides additional variables like Year and State Name (for regional data) for further analysis.

How to use the dataset

• Understanding the Columns

  The dataset contains several columns with different categories of information. Here's a brief explanation of some important columns:

  • Year: The year in which the data was recorded.
  • Total Population: The total population of a country or region.
  • State Name (StateNme): The name of the state or region.

  Each religion has specific columns associated with it, such as Christianity, Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, Taoism, Shintoism etc., representing its percentage and population for each category/denomination within that religion.

• Selecting Specific Data

  If you are interested in exploring data related to a particular religion or geographic location:

  • To filter data by Religion: Identify relevant columns associated with that religion such as 'Christianity', 'Buddhism', 'Islam', etc., and extract their respective percentage and population values for analysis.

    Example: If you want to analyze Christianity specifically, extract columns related to Christianity like 'Christianity (Percent)', 'Christianity (Population)', etc.

    Note: There might be multiple columns related to a specific religion indicating different categories or denominations within that religion.

  • To filter data by Geographic Location: Utilize the 'State Name' column ('StateNme') to segregate data corresponding to different states/regions.

    Example: If you want to analyze religious demographics for a particular state/region like California or India:

    i) Filter out rows where State Name is equal to California or India.

    ii) Extract relevant columns associated with your selected religion as mentioned above.

• Finding Trends and Insights

  Once you have selected the specific data you are interested in, examine patterns and trends over time or across different regions.

  • Plotting data using visualizations: Use graphical tools such as line charts, bar charts, or pie charts to visualize how religious demographics have changed over the years or vary across different regions.

  • Analyzing population proportions: By comparing the percentage values of different religions for a given region or over time, you can gather insights into changes in religious diversity.

• Comparing Religions

  If you wish to compare multiple religions:

Research Ideas

• Comparing religious affiliations across different countries or regions: With data on various religions such as Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, Hinduism, etc., researchers can compare the religious affiliations of different countries or regions. This can help in understanding the cultural and religious diversity within different parts of the world.
• Exploring the growth or decline of specific religions: By examining population numbers for specific religions such as Jainism, Taoism, Zoroastrianism, etc., this dataset can be used to investigate the growth or decline of these religious groups over time. Researchers can analyze factors contributing to their popularity or decline in particular regions or countries

Acknowledgements

If you use this dataset in your research, please credit the original authors. Data Source

License

See the dataset description for more information.

Columns

File: ThrowbackDataThursday 201912 - Religion.csv | Column name...

A survey conducted across India in 2024 found that over 57 percent of the respondents agreed that the scope of reservations should be expanded to both Hindus and Muslims in the Scheduled caste (SC) category in government jobs. 19 percent believed that only Hindus should be given reservations in the category.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Not Stated data was reported at 2,867,303.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 727,588.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Not Stated data is updated yearly, averaging 1,797,445.500 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,867,303.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 727,588.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Not Stated data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

India Census Dataset

This dataset provides comprehensive census data at the district level for India. It includes detailed demographic, religious, educational, and workforce-related attributes, making it a rich resource for socio-economic analysis.

1. Columns and Descriptions

A. Basic Information

District_code: A unique numeric code for each district. State_name: Name of the state to which the district belongs. District_name: Name of the district.

B. Population Data

Population: Total population of the district. Male: Total male population in the district. Female: Total female population in the district.

C. Literacy Data

Literate: Total number of literate individuals in the district.

D. Workforce Data

Workers: Total number of workers in the district. Male_Workers: Total number of male workers in the district. Female_Workers: Total number of female workers in the district. Cultivator_Workers: Number of workers engaged as cultivators. Agricultural_Workers: Number of workers engaged in agricultural labor. Household_Workers: Number of workers engaged in household industries.

E. Religion Data

Hindus: Total number of Hindus in the district. Muslims: Total number of Muslims in the district. Christians: Total number of Christians in the district. Sikhs: Total number of Sikhs in the district. Buddhists: Total number of Buddhists in the district. Jains: Total number of Jains in the district.

F. Education Data

Secondary_Education: Number of individuals with secondary education. Higher_Education: Number of individuals with higher education qualifications. Graduate_Education: Number of individuals with graduate-level education.

G. Age Group Data

Age_Group_0_29: Population in the age group 0–29 years. Age_Group_30_49: Population in the age group 30–49 years. Age_Group_50: Population aged 50 years and above.

2. Key Highlights

Number of Districts: 640 Number of Columns: 25 Non-null Values: All columns are complete with no missing data. Detailed breakdown of population by gender, age group, literacy levels, and workforce distribution. Religious composition and education statistics are also included for each district.

3. Potential Use Cases

Data Analysis and Visualization:

Explore patterns in population distribution, literacy rates, workforce composition, and religious demographics. Machine Learning Applications:

Build predictive models to classify districts or forecast demographic trends. Social Research:

Investigate correlations between education levels, workforce participation, and religion. Policy Planning:

Help policymakers target specific demographics or regions for intervention. Educational Insights:

Analyze the impact of education levels on workforce participation or literacy.

4. Dataset Overview

Total Rows: 640 Total Columns: 25 This dataset provides a unique opportunity to understand India's socio-economic and demographic composition at a granular district level.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim data was reported at 172,245,158.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 138,188,240.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim data is updated yearly, averaging 155,216,699.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 172,245,158.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 138,188,240.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Buddhist data was reported at 8,442,972.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 7,955,207.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Buddhist data is updated yearly, averaging 8,199,089.500 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8,442,972.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 7,955,207.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Buddhist data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

This statistic shows the religious affiliation of the population in India as of 2011. In 2011, 79.8 percent of the total Indian population were Hindu.

With almost all major religions being practiced throughout the country, India is known for its religious diversity. Islam makes up the highest share among minority faiths in the country. According to the Indian census of 2011, the Muslim population in Uttar Pradesh more than ** million, making it the state with the most Muslims.

Socio-economic conditions of Muslims
Muslims seem to lag behind every other religious community in India in terms of living standards, financial stability, education and other aspects, thereby showing poor performance in most of the fields. According to a national survey, 17 percent of the Muslims were categorized under the lowest wealth index, which indicates poor socio-economic conditions.

Growth of Muslim population in India
Islam is one of the fastest-growing religions worldwide. According to India’s census, the Muslim population has witnessed a negative decadal growth of more than ** percent from 1951 to 1960, presumably due to the partitions forming Pakistan and Bangladesh. The population showed a positive and steady growth since 1961, making up ** percent of the total population of India . Even though people following Islam were estimated to grow significantly, they would still remain a minority in India compared to *** billion Hindus by 2050.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Christian: Female data was reported at 14,068,557.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 12,095,353.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Christian: Female data is updated yearly, averaging 13,081,955.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 14,068,557.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 12,095,353.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Christian: Female data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

This dataset provides a comprehensive overview of the demographic trends and population statistics of India. It includes various aspects of the population, such as total population figures, gender distribution, religious composition, linguistic diversity, and age group breakdowns. The dataset aims to facilitate research and analysis in the fields of sociology, economics, and public policy by offering valuable insights into the demographic dynamics of India.

Key Features: - Census Data: Detailed population statistics based on census years, including total population, male and female counts, and differences between genders. - Religious Demographics: Information on the population distribution among different religions, along with percentages. - Language Distribution: Data on the number of speakers for various languages in India and their corresponding percentages. - Vital Statistics: Key indicators such as live births, deaths, natural changes, crude birth rates, and total fertility rates. - Age Distribution: Breakdown of the population by age group, including gender-specific counts and percentages.

Purpose: This dataset serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and educators interested in understanding the demographic landscape of India. It can be used for various analyses, including population growth trends, gender ratios, and the impact of cultural diversity on the social fabric of the nation.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Buddhist: Urban data was reported at 3,628,123.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 3,061,597.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Buddhist: Urban data is updated yearly, averaging 3,344,860.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,628,123.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 3,061,597.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Buddhist: Urban data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Christian: Male data was reported at 13,751,031.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 11,984,663.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Christian: Male data is updated yearly, averaging 12,867,847.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 13,751,031.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 11,984,663.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Christian: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

According to a survey conducted in 2020, ** percent of Indian Americans in the United States said that they identified as Hindu while ** percent said that they identified as Muslim. A further **** percent said that they identified with no religion in particular.

The dataset contain the primary census abstract categorised by religion in Uttarakhand. The list contains different religions including Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, Muslim, Jain, Sikh etc.. along with the region specifying whether it is urban or rural. The data is of the 2011 census.

About this dataset

Context

This list ranks the 7 cities in the Christian County, IL by Indian population, as estimated by the United States Census Bureau. It also highlights population changes in each city over the past five years.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, including:

• 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
• 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
• 2009-2013 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

Variables / Data Columns

• Rank by Indian Population: This column displays the rank of city in the Christian County, IL by their Indian population, using the most recent ACS data available.
• City: The City for which the rank is shown in the previous column.
• Indian Population: The Indian population of the city is shown in this column.
• % of Total City Population: This shows what percentage of the total city population identifies as Indian. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.
• % of Total Christian County Indian Population: This tells us how much of the entire Christian County, IL Indian population lives in that city. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.
• 5 Year Rank Trend: This column displays the rank trend across the last 5 years.

Good to know

Margin of Error

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