Literate Life Expectancy of India and Some States Based on the 2011 Census

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze and compare the Literate Life Expectancy (LLE) of males and females in India and selected states based on 2011 census data. Six major states representing different regions of India were chosen: Assam for the North East, Gujarat for the West, Kerala for the South, Punjab for the North, Uttar Pradesh for the Central region and West Bengal for the East. SRS Abridged life tables for India and the selected states for 2011 were collected from official sources. LLE was estimated using a life table approach. Age-specific proportion of literacy were calculated based on 2011 census data. Extended Literate Life Expectancy was also calculated, considering both literacy and healthy life expectancy. Kerala consistently had the highest LLE, while Uttar Pradesh had the lowest. Line graphs illustrate LLE for males and females, showing a decline with increasing age. Kerala had a relatively higher LLE for both genders. Estimates of Literate Health Life Expectancy for both genders were provided, showing lower values for females than for males. Comparison tables and graphs showed that LHLE values were lower than LLE values, indicating a decrease in expectancy among individuals with health factors. LLE varied across zones and states, with higher values in the southern regions. Males generally had higher LLE than females.