Draft:Islands in the Maldives by population

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The Maldives, an archipelago nation in the Indian Ocean, is renowned for its picturesque islands, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life. Comprising 1,192 coral islands grouped into 26 administrative atolls, the Maldives is one of the world's most geographically dispersed countries. Each inhabited island contributes to the unique cultural tapestry and socio–economic landscape of the nation.

Since the 20th century's last years and twenty–first century, the capital city, Malé has been the most populated island and city in the Maldives.[1] In accordance to 2022 Census of Maldives, 211,908 live in Malé.[2]

Most populous[edit]

Islands by population, districts and combined islands
Atoll Island Population Census Year
Kaafu
  • 212,138
    • 34,081
    • 28,600
    • 27,824
    • 46,928
    • 6,754
    • 65,724
    • 802
 2022
Haa Alif Baarah 1,141
Dhidhdhoo 3,408
Filladhoo 559
Hoarafushi 1,831
Ihavandhoo 2,866
kelaa 1,117
Maarandhoo 667
Mulhadhoo 286
Muraidhoo 534
Thakandhoo 279
Thuraakunu 427
Uligamu 400
Utheemu 612
Vashafaru 476
Haa Dhaalu Finey 409
Hanimaadhoo 2,645
Hirimaradhoo 293
  • Kulhudhuffushi City
    • North Kulhudhuffushi
    • North-West Kulhudhuffushi
    • North-Central Kulhudhuffushi
    • South-Central Kulhudhuffushi
    • South-West Kulhudhuffushi
    • South East Kulhudhuffushi
  • 10,251
    • 1,678
    • 1,665
    • 1,752
    • 1,732
    • 1,736
    • 1,647
Kumundhoo 996
Kurinbi 492
Makunudhoo 1,265
Naivaadhoo 495
Nellaidhoo 1,036
Neykurendhoo 641
Nolhivaram 1,980
Nolhivaranfaru 1,255
Vaikaradhoo 776
Total population: 515,122[3]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Mohamed, Maahil, Travelli, Alex (6 April 2024). "Why Time Is Running Out Across the Maldives' Lovely Little Islands". The New York Times. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
  2. ^ "Census Results Summary". census.gov.mv. Archived from the original on 1 September 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  3. ^ "Population of Maldives 2022 – 2014" (PDF). Maldives Bureau of Statistics.
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