In 2011, the sex ratio of the general population in India was *** women to every one thousand men. On the other hand, the sex ratio of the elderly population in India stood at women for every one thousand men, indicating an increase from the previous year. The sex ratio for both population types was forecasted to increase by 2031. After 2011, the sex ratio for the elderly population was estimated to be over **, which indicates a higher number of elderly women than men.
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UNFPA. (September 26, 2023). Sex ratio of the general versus elderly population in India from 1951 to 2011, with projections until 2031 (number of females per 1,000 males) [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 31, 2026, from /statistics/1417252/india-elderly-and-general-population-sex-ratio/
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Sex ratio of the general versus elderly population in India from 1951 to 2011, with projections until 2031 (number of females per 1,000 males) [Graph], UNFPA, September 26, 2023. [Online]. Available: /statistics/1417252/india-elderly-and-general-population-sex-ratio/
