Hyderabad Population
As per the 2011 Census, Hyderabad District has a population of 39.43 Lac (39,43,323) with 20.19 Lac (20,18,575) males and 19.25 Lac (19,24,748) females.The sex ratio in Hyderabad is 954, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Hyderabad District is 4.69 Lac (4,69,126) which is 11.9% of Hyderabad District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Hyderabad District is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Hyderabad District is listed as part of ANDHRA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Hyderabad Population Census 2011
- Hyderabad Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Hyderabad Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Hyderabad District current estimated population is projected to be 42.33 Lac (42,33,374), indicating a 7.36% increased from Hyderabad's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.63 Lac, and the estimated female population is 20.71 Lac.
Hyderabad Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Hyderabad District estimated population is projected to be 42.48 Lac (42,47,948), projecting a 7.73% increased from Hyderabad's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 20.78 Lac.
Hyderabad Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Hyderabad District, with a total Hindu population of 20.46 Lac (20,46,051), accounting for 51.89% of the Hyderabad District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.47 Lac (10,46,624), and the Hindu female population is around 9.99 Lac (9,99,427).
Hyderabad Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Hyderabad District, with a total Muslim population of 17.13 Lac (17,13,405), accounting for 43.45% of the Hyderabad District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 8.80 Lac (8,80,127), and the Muslim female population is around 8.33 Lac (8,33,278).
Hyderabad Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 20,46,051 | 51.89% |
| Muslim | 17,13,405 | 43.45% |
| Christian | 87,522 | 2.22% |
| Religion not stated | 62,142 | 1.58% |
| Jain | 19,560 | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 11,446 | 0.29% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,929 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 1,268 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHyderabad Urban Population
The Urban population of Hyderabad District is 39.43 Lac (39,43,323), with 20.19 Lac (20,18,575) being males and 19.25 Lac (19,24,748) being females, making up 100% of the Hyderabad total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Hyderabad Rural Population
The Rural population of Hyderabad District is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Hyderabad total population, The sex ratio in rural population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Hyderabad Literacy Rate
Hyderabad District has a literacy rate of 83.25% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Hyderabad District is 86.99 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Hyderabad District is 79.35 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Hyderabad District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.25%, while in the rural regions of Hyderabad District, it is around N/A%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Hyderabad
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83.25 | 86.99 | 79.35 |
| Urban Area | 83.25 | 86.99 | 79.35 |
| Rural Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Hyderabad
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 84.06 | 88.69 | 79.24 |
| Muslim | 81.82 | 84.55 | 78.96 |
| Christian | 88.55 | 91.13 | 86.04 |
| Religion not stated | 81.77 | 86.11 | 77.63 |
Hyderabad Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Hyderabad District is 2.48 Lac (2,47,927) with 1.24 Lac (1,24,313) males and 1.24 Lac (1,23,614) females, which is 6.29% of Hyderabad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 995 females for every 1000 males.
Hyderabad Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Hyderabad District is 48.94 k (48,937) with 25.56 k (25,556) males and 23.38 k (23,381) females, which is 1.24% of Hyderabad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 915 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Hyderabad
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 |
| Urban Area | 954 |
| Rural Area | 0 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Hyderabad
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 955 |
| Muslim | 947 |
| Christian | 1022 |
| Religion not stated | 1009 |
Hyderabad Area & Households
The Total Area of Hyderabad District is 217 Square KM, with a population density of 18,172 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Hyderabad District are 3The Total Number of households in Hyderabad District are 8.49 Lac(8,49,051).
Hyderabad Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Hyderabad District, there are about 14.13 Lac (14,13,297) workers, making up nearly 35.84% of the Hyderabad District total population. Out of these, around 10.46 Lac (10,45,585) are male workers, and about 3.68 Lac (3,67,712) are female workers.
Hyderabad - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Hyderabad district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,99,082, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 39,43,323 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 41.17% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 21.91%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Hyderabad District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,99,082 to 39,43,323.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 41.17%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.99 Lac | ----- | ----- | 2.57 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.28 Lac | 1.29 Lac | 25.77492276 | 3.22 Lac | 3.05 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.57 Lac | -70.81 k | -11.28002931 | 2.85 Lac | 2.72 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.88 Lac | 31.30 k | 5.620985684 | 3.06 Lac | 2.83 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.11 Lac | 2.23 Lac | 37.83858678 | 4.17 Lac | 3.94 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.84 Lac | 2.73 Lac | 33.65162373 | 5.45 Lac | 5.38 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.92 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 9.969602283 | 6.18 Lac | 5.74 Lac |
| 1971 | 16.82 Lac | 4.91 Lac | 41.17052736 | 8.77 Lac | 8.05 Lac |
| 1981 | 22.51 Lac | 5.69 Lac | 33.80671753 | 11.72 Lac | 10.79 Lac |
| 1991 | 31.46 Lac | 8.95 Lac | 39.75683793 | 16.27 Lac | 15.19 Lac |
| 2001 | 38.30 Lac | 6.84 Lac | 21.73640366 | 19.81 Lac | 18.49 Lac |
| 2011 | 39.43 Lac | 1.14 Lac | 2.965465397 | 20.19 Lac | 19.25 Lac |
Hyderabad - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 42.33 Lac (42,33,374) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 42.48 Lac (42,47,948) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.58 Lac (42,58,324) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 42.66 Lac (42,65,690) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 42.73 Lac (42,73,135) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 42.81 Lac (42,80,501) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 42.88 Lac (42,87,867) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 42.92 Lac (42,91,669) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 42.93 Lac (42,92,857) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 42.94 Lac (42,94,124) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 42.95 Lac (42,95,313) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 42.97 Lac (42,96,501) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 42.98 Lac (42,97,768) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Hyderabad District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 42.98 Lac (42,97,768), with a male population of 21.88 Lac (21,88,268) and a female population of 21.09 Lac (21,08,991). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from Hyderabad District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.36%.