As of the 2011 Indian Census, the Daman district had a population of 191,173. The population has grown significantly over the last few decades, largely driven by migration for industrial employment. This rapid influx of migrant labor has resulted in a highly skewed sex ratio, with significantly more men than women residing in the district.
Hinduism is the predominant religion, followed by substantial Muslim and Christian minorities—the latter being a direct legacy of Portuguese colonization. A rich tapestry of cultures exists due to the migrant population, but native Damanese culture is closely aligned with neighboring Gujarat.
Gujarati is the most widely spoken language and serves as the primary medium of local communication. Hindi is also universally understood and spoken, especially among the migrant workforce, while English is used in business and administration. The once-prominent Portuguese language is now largely spoken only by a small fraction of the older, Catholic population.
