The gender ratio in India was 900 between 2013 and 2015. This meant, for every 1,000 males, 900 females were present. Among its states, Chhattisgarh had the highest gender ratio at 961 in 2015 and 2016, while Haryana recorded the least at 833.

India recorded a gender ratio of approximately *** in 2011. The ratio was expected to improve to *** in 2026. Rural areas are expected to have a lower gender ratio in comparison to urban areas, with around *** women for every 1,000 men.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the population of Indian Village by gender, including both male and female populations. This dataset can be utilized to understand the population distribution of Indian Village across both sexes and to determine which sex constitutes the majority.

Key observations

There is a majority of female population, with 56.64% of total population being female. Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Scope of gender :

Please note that American Community Survey asks a question about the respondents current sex, but not about gender, sexual orientation, or sex at birth. The question is intended to capture data for biological sex, not gender. Respondents are supposed to respond with the answer as either of Male or Female. Our research and this dataset mirrors the data reported as Male and Female for gender distribution analysis. No further analysis is done on the data reported from the Census Bureau.

Variables / Data Columns

• Gender: This column displays the Gender (Male / Female)
• Population: The population of the gender in the Indian Village is shown in this column.
• % of Total Population: This column displays the percentage distribution of each gender as a proportion of Indian Village total population. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

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Inspiration

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Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Uttar Pradesh data was reported at 905.000 NA in 2020. This records an increase from the previous number of 894.000 NA for 2019. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Uttar Pradesh data is updated yearly, averaging 878.000 NA from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2020, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 905.000 NA in 2020 and a record low of 869.000 NA in 2014. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Uttar Pradesh data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAJ001: Memo Items: Sex Ratio at Birth.

The southern state of Kerala had the highest gender ratio based on registered births, with *************************** between 2018 and 2020. In contrast, Uttarakhand had a gender ratio of *********** for every 1,000 males. India's average gender ratio was 907 during the measured time period.

Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Maharashtra data was reported at 876.000 NA in 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 881.000 NA for 2019. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Maharashtra data is updated yearly, averaging 881.000 NA from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2020, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 902.000 NA in 2013 and a record low of 871.000 NA in 2007. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Maharashtra data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAJ001: Memo Items: Sex Ratio at Birth.

Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: India: Urban data was reported at 888.000 NA in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of 890.000 NA for 2015. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: India: Urban data is updated yearly, averaging 897.000 NA from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2016, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 906.000 NA in 2013 and a record low of 881.000 NA in 2006. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: India: 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.GAJ001: Memo Items: Sex Ratio at Birth.

The data shows the year-wise gender ratio of population for states and union territories of India over the time period of 110 years starting from 1901 to 2011 according to the census reports.

Note: 1. For working out the gender ratio of India and Assam for 1981, interpolated figures for Assam have been used. 2. For working out the gender ratio of India and Jammu & Kashmir for 1991, interpolated figures for Jammu & Kashmir have been used. 3. The gender ratio for Arunachal Pradesh is not available for the years 1901-1951 and for Pondicherry it is not available for the years 1901, 1931 and 1941.

Actual value and historical data chart for India Sex Ratio At Birth Male Births Per Female Births

India: Ratio of female to male students in tertiary level education: The latest value from 2023 is 0.98 percent, a decline from 1.03 percent in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 1.16 percent, based on data from 62 countries. Historically, the average for India from 1971 to 2023 is 0.65 percent. The minimum value, 0.29 percent, was reached in 1971 while the maximum of 1.09 percent was recorded in 2020.

Graph and download economic data for Ratio of Female to Male Primary School Enrollment for India (SEENRPRIMFMZSIND) from 1971 to 2021 about primary schooling, enrolled, ratio, primary, India, females, and males.

Actual value and historical data chart for India Ratio Of Young Literate Females To Males Percent Ages 15 24

Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: West Bengal: Rural data was reported at 941.000 NA in 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 948.000 NA for 2019. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: West Bengal: Rural data is updated yearly, averaging 940.000 NA from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2020, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 953.000 NA in 2015 and a record low of 932.000 NA in 2007. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: West Bengal: Rural data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAJ001: Memo Items: Sex Ratio at Birth.

India is the most populous country in the world with one-sixth of the world's population. According to official estimates in 2022, India's population stood at over 1.42 billion.

This dataset contains the population distribution by state, gender, sex & region.

The file is in .csv format thus it is accessible everywhere.

The growth in India's overall population is driven by its young population. Nearly ** percent of the country's population was between the ages of 15 and 64 years old in 2020. With over *** million people between 18 and 35 years old, India had the largest number of millennials and Gen Zs globally.

This dataset contains the number of females per 100 males, i.e. gender ratio, for the elderly population and general population.

Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Madhya Pradesh: Urban data was reported at 960.000 NA in 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 973.000 NA for 2019. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Madhya Pradesh: Urban data is updated yearly, averaging 929.000 NA from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2020, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 973.000 NA in 2019 and a record low of 907.000 NA in 2006. Sex Ratio at Birth: Female per 1000 Male: Madhya Pradesh: Urban data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAJ001: Memo Items: Sex Ratio at Birth.

Actual value and historical data chart for India Ratio Of Female To Male Primary Enrollment Percent

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.

The urban regions of the southern state of Kerala had the highest gender ratio based on registered births, with *** females per 1,000 males between 2018 and 2020. By contrast, the urban regions of Uttarakhand had a gender ratio of *** females for every 1,000 males. India's average rural gender ratio was *** during the measured time period.