Having 78% of its population residing in the urban areas, Lakshadweep has ~64,000 inhabitants as per Census 2011. The UT has 947 females per 1,000 males. Against the national average of 72.99% in terms of literacy rate, Lakshadweep fairs well with the second highest literacy rate standing at 91.85%.

According to the PLFS Annual Report 2023-2024, the Worker Population Ratio (WPR) and Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for the 15–59 age group are 49.4% and 49.3%, respectively. This indicates significant potential to increase the participation of the Union Territory’s population in the workforce.

As per the NHM Report, as of 30th September 2024, the UT has a total of 4 Primary Health Centres, 3 Community Health Centres, 14 Sub-Centres, and 1 District Hospital providing healthcare services to people.

Rajiv Gandhi Speciality Hospital in Agatti and Indira Gandhi Hospital in Kavaratti offer healthcare services like that relating to Dialysis, Radiology, Cardiology, etc. For immediate treatment of serious cases, the patients are referred to the mainland for further care and medicaments. Recently, Ayushman Aarogya Mandir and Health and Wellness Centre have also been established in the region for enhanced healthcare services to the people.

With the presence of 37 schools and over 12,591 students enrolled as of 2022-23, the education system in Lakshadweep focuses on providing inclusive and quality education to the students in the islands.

Lakshadweep has a literacy rate of 91.8% among all the UTs reflecting the UT's Administration efforts to impart education to the citizens of the region. The Andorth Island and Kadamat Island have a Government College of Art and Science that offers vocational courses in Tourism and Services, Software Development, and other undergraduate degree courses in Economics and English. 

To boost scientific knowledge and drive advancements in the UT, the Department of Science & Technology in Lakshadweep has taken several initiatives. For early warnings of a rise in tide and to study the tidal variations, a manual tide gauge has been installed in Lakshadweep.

Furthermore, the tidal transmitter/data logger installed by the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) provides early tsunami warnings using satellite data.

Fisheries constitute a vital sector of the Union Territory’s economy. To strengthen data-driven decision-making in this sector, a project titled Assessment of Marine Fishery Resources in Lakshadweep Waters is currently underway, aimed at enhancing fisheries management through digital means.

Lakshadweep Islands have a functional agricultural and rural road network that facilitates the local movement of people and goods. However, the primary mode of transportation remains maritime, with vessels and ships playing a crucial role. The islands are well-connected to mainland India through both sea and air links from Kochi.

Agatti Island hosts the only airport in the Union Territory, providing regular flights from Kochi. From Agatti, boat services are available to Kavaratti and Kadmat Islands. During the monsoon season, when sea travel is limited, these islands are also connected via helicopter services.

Seven passenger ships operate between Kochi and the Lakshadweep Islands, offering various classes of accommodation. Additionally, high-speed vessels are deployed during the fair weather season for inter-island connectivity.

For tourists, Lakshadweep offers a range of accommodation options, including resorts and cottages in Kavaratti, Bangaram, Kadmat, and other islands, supporting the growing eco-tourism sector in the region.

Lakshadweep is India’s first Union Territory to achieve 100% organic status, reflecting its strong commitment to environmentally sustainable practices and a greener future. The administration continues to promote sustainable development across the islands through initiatives such as eco-tourism and other long-term growth strategies. In line with these efforts, Ammathi Scuba, in partnership with the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management, is undertaking a coral reef conservation initiative at Agatti Island. The project involves sea floor clean-up operations and sensitisation programs to protect and preserve the region’s delicate marine ecosystem.