Economics · Ch 9 — Economy of Andhra Pradesh
Demographic Features
Demographic Features
A state's economy cannot be understood without its people — their number, distribution, literacy and sex composition all shape the labour supply, the consumption market and the pressure on land and public services.
Population and density (2011 Census, successor-state territory). As per the 2011 Census, the territory now forming the successor state of Andhra Pradesh had a population of about 4.95 crore (approximately 49.5 million), spread over roughly 1.6 lakh square kilometres. Its population density was about 308 persons per square kilometre, which is below the all-India average — the state is comparatively less crowded than India as a whole.
Sex ratio. Andhra Pradesh has a favourable sex ratio of about 992 females per 1,000 males (2011 Census), which is higher than the national average — one of the more positive features of the state's demography.
Literacy. The literacy rate recorded in the 2011 Census was about 67–68 per cent, somewhat below the all-India literacy rate — indicating that improving education remains an important development priority for the state.
| Demographic indicator (2011 Census) | Andhra Pradesh (approx.) | Position vs all-India |
|---|---|---|
| Population | ~4.95 crore | — |
| Population density | ~308 per sq km | Below national average |
| Sex ratio (females per 1,000 males) | ~992 | Above national average |
| Literacy rate | ~67–68% | Below national average |
(Figures are from the 2011 Census, the last full census available; a student should quote them with the census year, and note that later official estimates and the next census will revise them.) …
The number of persons living per unit of land area (persons per square kilometre). Andhra Pradesh's density (~308/sq km in 2011) is below the national average, indicating relatively …
The number of females per 1,000 males in a population. Andhra Pradesh's ~992 (2011 Census) is above the all-India figure, a favoura …