Chandigarh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chandigarh District 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 District is 1.19 Lac (1,19,434) which is 11.32% of Chandigarh District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chandigarh District is 880 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chandigarh District is listed as part of CHANDIGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chandigarh Population Census 2011
- Chandigarh 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
Chandigarh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chandigarh District 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 District 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 District, with a total Hindu population of 8.53 Lac (8,52,574), accounting for 80.78% of the Chandigarh District 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 District, with a total Sikh population of 1.38 Lac (1,38,329), accounting for 13.11% of the Chandigarh District 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 8,52,574 | 80.78% |
| Sikh | 1,38,329 | 13.11% |
| Muslim | 51,447 | 4.87% |
| Christian | 8,720 | 0.83% |
| Jain | 1,960 | 0.19% |
| Buddhist | 1,160 | 0.11% |
| Religion not stated | 1,014 | 0.1% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 246 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChandigarh Urban Population
The Urban population of Chandigarh District 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 District 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 District has a literacy rate of 86.05% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chandigarh District is 89.99 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chandigarh District is 81.19 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Chandigarh District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.19%, while in the rural regions of Chandigarh District, 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 District 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 District 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 District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Chandigarh District.
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 District is 114 Square KM, with a population density of 9,258 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chandigarh District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Chandigarh District are 5.The Total Number of households in Chandigarh District are 2.41 Lac(2,41,173).
Chandigarh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chandigarh District, there are about 4.04 Lac (4,04,136) workers, making up nearly 38.29% of the Chandigarh District 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
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chandigarh district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 21,967, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,55,450 by the dataset's end.
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 District 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 |
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 District'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 District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.9%.