Districts in Chandigarh State

Chandigarh Population

As per the 2011 Census, Chandigarh State has a population of 10.55 Lac (10,55,450) with 5.81 Lac (5,80,663) males and 4.75 Lac (4,74,787) females.The sex ratio in Chandigarh is 818, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chandigarh State is 1.19 Lac (1,19,434) which is 11.32% of Chandigarh State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chandigarh State is 880 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Chandigarh State is listed as part of the North region of India .

10.55 Lac

Toatl Population

5.81 Lac

Male Population

4.75 Lac

Female Population

Chandigarh Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Chandigarh State current estimated population is projected to be 12.39 Lac (12,38,792), indicating a 17.37% increased from Chandigarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.68 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.71 Lac.

Chandigarh Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Chandigarh State estimated population is projected to be 12.51 Lac (12,50,684), projecting a 18.5% increased from Chandigarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.74 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.77 Lac.

Chandigarh Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Chandigarh State, with a total Hindu population of 8.53 Lac (8,52,574), accounting for 80.78% of the Chandigarh State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.73 Lac (4,72,769), and the Hindu female population is around 3.80 Lac (3,79,805).

Chandigarh Sikh Population

Sikh is the second most popular religion in Chandigarh State, with a total Sikh population of 1.38 Lac (1,38,329), accounting for 13.11% of the Chandigarh State population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 71.30 k (71,300), and the Sikh female population is around 67.03 k (67,029).

Chandigarh Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu8,52,57480.78%
Sikh1,38,32913.11%
Muslim51,4474.87%
Christian8,7200.83%
Jain1,9600.19%
Buddhist1,1600.11%
Religion not stated1,0140.1%
Other religions and persuasions2460.02%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Chandigarh Urban Population

The Urban population of Chandigarh State is 10.26 Lac (10,26,459), with 5.64 Lac (5,63,513) being males and 4.63 Lac (4,62,946) being females, making up 97.25% of the Chandigarh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 822 females for every 1000 males.

Chandigarh Rural Population

The Rural population of Chandigarh State is 28.99 k (28,991), with 17.15 k (17,150) being males and 11.84 k (11,841) being females, making up 2.75% of the Chandigarh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 691 females for every 1000 males.

Chandigarh Literacy Rate

Chandigarh State has a literacy rate of 86.05% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chandigarh State is 89.99 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chandigarh State is 81.19 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Chandigarh State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.19%, while in the rural regions of Chandigarh State, it is around 80.75%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chandigarh

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 86.05 89.99 81.19
Urban Area 86.19 90.11 81.38
Rural Area 80.75 85.77 73.17

Literacy Rate by Religion in Chandigarh

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 85.17 89.51 79.7
Sikh 94.65 96.94 92.23
Muslim 74.68 79.08 68.29
Christian 91.16 94.2 88

Chandigarh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chandigarh State is 1.99 Lac (1,99,086) with 1.06 Lac (1,06,356) males and 92.73 k (92,730) females, which is 18.86% of Chandigarh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 872 females for every 1000 males.

Chandigarh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes Population in Chandigarh State is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Chandigarh State.

Chandigarh Slum Population

Slum Population in Chandigarh State is 95.14 k (95,135) with 53.34 k (53,340) males and 41.80 k (41,795) females, which is 9.01% of Chandigarh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 784 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Chandigarh State are 21.70 k (21,704).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chandigarh

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 818
Urban Area 822
Rural Area 691

Sex Ratio by Religion in Chandigarh

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 804
Sikh 941
Muslim 722
Christian 954

Chandigarh Area & Households

The Total Area of Chandigarh State is 114 Square KM, with a population density of 9,258 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chandigarh State are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Chandigarh State are 5.The Total Number of households in Chandigarh State are 2.41 Lac(2,41,173).

Chandigarh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Chandigarh State, there are about 4.04 Lac (4,04,136) workers, making up nearly 38.29% of the Chandigarh State total population. Out of these, around 3.28 Lac (3,28,159) are male workers, and about 75.98 k (75,977) are female workers.

Chandigarh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Chandigarh state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 21,967, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 10,55,450 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 394.13% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 63.35%.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.

Chandigarh State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 21,967 to 10,55,450.
  • The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 394.13%.
  • The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 21.97 k ---- ---- 12.40 k 9.57 k
1911 18.44 k -3.53 k -16.06955888 10.72 k 7.72 k
1921 18.13 k -304 -1.648858274 10.41 k 7.73 k
1931 19.78 k 1.65 k 9.099431975 11.30 k 8.48 k
1941 22.57 k 2.79 k 14.10807259 12.81 k 9.77 k
1951 24.26 k 1.69 k 7.473199256 13.62 k 10.64 k
1961 1.20 Lac 95.62 k 394.1304975 72.58 k 47.31 k
1971 2.57 Lac 1.37 Lac 114.5886337 1.47 Lac 1.10 Lac
1981 4.52 Lac 1.94 Lac 75.55228162 2.55 Lac 1.96 Lac
1991 6.42 Lac 1.90 Lac 42.16137818 3.59 Lac 2.83 Lac
2001 9.01 Lac 2.59 Lac 40.28254792 5.07 Lac 3.94 Lac
2011 10.55 Lac 1.55 Lac 17.18953849 5.81 Lac 4.75 Lac

Historical Population of Chandigarh by Census Year 1901-2011

Chandigarh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 12.39 Lac (12,38,792) 17.37%
2025 12.51 Lac (12,50,684) 18.5% 1.13 %
2026 12.62 Lac (12,61,585) 19.53% 1.03 %
2027 12.71 Lac (12,71,496) 20.47% 0.94 %
2028 12.81 Lac (12,81,406) 21.41% 0.94 %
2029 12.92 Lac (12,92,307) 22.44% 1.03 %
2030 13.02 Lac (13,02,218) 23.38% 0.94 %
2031 13.11 Lac (13,11,137) 24.23% 0.85 %
2032 13.19 Lac (13,19,065) 24.98% 0.75 %
2033 13.28 Lac (13,27,985) 25.82% 0.84 %
2034 13.36 Lac (13,35,913) 26.57% 0.75 %
2035 13.44 Lac (13,43,841) 27.32% 0.75 %
2036 13.53 Lac (13,52,760) 28.17% 0.85 %

Projected estimates indicate that Chandigarh State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.53 Lac (13,52,760), with a male population of 7.19 Lac (7,18,633) and a female population of 6.34 Lac (6,34,039). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Chandigarh State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.9%.

Chandigarh Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Chandigarh is 10.55 Lac (10,55,450).

The estimated population of Chandigarh in 2024 is approximately 12.39 Lac (12,38,792).

Hindu constitute 80.78% of Chandigarh population, amounting to approximately 8.53 Lac (8,52,574) people.

Sikh constitute 13.11% of Chandigarh population, totaling around 1.38 Lac (1,38,329) people.

Hindu: 80.78%, Sikh: 13.11%, Muslim: 4.87%, Christian: 0.83%, Jain: 0.19%, Buddhist: 0.11%, Religion not stated: 0.1%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.02%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Chandigarh is 1.99 Lac (18.86%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 0.

In Chandigarh, 10.26 Lac (97.25%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 28.99 k (2.75%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandigarh is 86.05%, with male literacy at 89.99% and female literacy at 81.19%.

The sex ratio in Chandigarh is 818 females for every 1000 males.

Chandigarh population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.9% up to 2036.