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Ambattur is a major residential and industrial locality in the northwestern part of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It lies within Chennai district and forms an important part of the Chennai Metropolitan Area. Over the years, Ambattur has transformed from an industrial suburb into a densely populated urban center.
As per the provisional reports of Census India 2011, the population of Ambattur city was 466,205 (4.66 lakh). Rapid urbanization and integration with Chennai city have contributed to steady population growth.
👉 Projected Population of Ambattur in 2026: ~7 lakh
Ambattur City Census 2011
| Category | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 466,205 |
| Male Population | 234,923 |
| Female Population | 231,282 |
| Area | 45.99 sq. km |
| Density | 10,000 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy | 92.19% |
| Male Literacy | 95.42% |
| Female Literacy | 88.93% |
| Sex Ratio | 985 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 951 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 48,444 |
Key Takeaways
Ambattur had a population of 4.66 lakh in 2011.
The literacy rate is very high at 92.19%, among the highest in Tamil Nadu urban centers.
Sex ratio of 985 females per 1000 males is well above the national average (940 in 2011).
Children (0–6 years) formed 10.39% of the total population.
High population density of 10,000 persons per sq. km reflects its fully urban character.
Religion in Ambattur
Hindus – 86.53%
Christians – 8.95%
Muslims – 3.68%
Jains – 0.17%
Sikhs – 0.05%
Buddhists – 0.04%
Other religions – 0.57%
No religion stated – 0.01%
Ambattur Taluka Population
Ambattur Taluk is an administrative division within Chennai district and includes several rapidly urbanizing localities. As per Census 2011, Ambattur taluk had a population of 924,474 (9.24 lakh).
Estimated Population of Ambattur Taluk in 2026: ~13 lakh
Census 2011 Data
| Category | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 924,474 |
| Male Population | 469,137 |
| Female Population | 455,337 |
| Average Literacy | 81.9% |
| Sex Ratio | 971 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 953 |
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