Haryana Population
As per the 2011 Census, Haryana State has a population of 2.54 Cr (2,53,51,462) with 1.35 Cr (1,34,94,734) males and 1.19 Cr (1,18,56,728) females.The sex ratio in Haryana is 879, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Haryana State is 33.81 Lac (33,80,721) which is 13.34% of Haryana State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Haryana State is 835 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Haryana State is listed as part of the North region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Haryana Population Census 2011
- Haryana 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
Haryana Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Haryana State current estimated population is projected to be 3.05 Cr (3,04,89,697), indicating a 20.27% increased from Haryana's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.61 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.44 Cr.
Haryana Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Haryana State estimated population is projected to be 3.08 Cr (3,08,49,215), projecting a 21.69% increased from Haryana's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.63 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.45 Cr.
Haryana Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Haryana State, with a total Hindu population of 2.22 Cr (2,21,71,128), accounting for 87.46% of the Haryana State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.18 Cr (1,18,21,082), and the Hindu female population is around 1.04 Cr (1,03,50,046).
Haryana Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Haryana State, with a total Muslim population of 17.81 Lac (17,81,342), accounting for 7.03% of the Haryana State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 9.40 Lac (9,40,027), and the Muslim female population is around 8.41 Lac (8,41,315).
Haryana Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,21,71,128 | 87.46% |
| Muslim | 17,81,342 | 7.03% |
| Sikh | 12,43,752 | 4.91% |
| Jain | 52,613 | 0.21% |
| Christian | 50,353 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 42,212 | 0.17% |
| Buddhist | 7,514 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2,548 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHaryana Urban Population
The Urban population of Haryana State is 88.42 Lac (88,42,103), with 47.21 Lac (47,20,728) being males and 41.21 Lac (41,21,375) being females, making up 34.88% of the Haryana total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 874 females for every 1000 males.
Haryana Rural Population
The Rural population of Haryana State is 1.65 Cr (1,65,09,359), with 87.74 Lac (87,74,006) being males and 77.35 Lac (77,35,353) being females, making up 65.12% of the Haryana total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 882 females for every 1000 males.
Haryana Literacy Rate
Haryana State has a literacy rate of 75.55% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Haryana State is 84.06 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Haryana State is 65.94 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Haryana State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.14%, while in the rural regions of Haryana State, it is around 71.42%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Haryana
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.55 | 84.06 | 65.94 |
| Urban Area | 83.14 | 88.63 | 76.9 |
| Rural Area | 71.42 | 81.55 | 60.02 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Haryana
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 77.08 | 85.39 | 67.66 |
| Muslim | 53.39 | 67.59 | 37.44 |
| Sikh | 75.4 | 80.5 | 69.85 |
| Jain | 95.87 | 97.47 | 94.15 |
Haryana Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Haryana State is 51.14 Lac (51,13,615) with 27.10 Lac (27,09,656) males and 24.04 Lac (24,03,959) females, which is 20.17% of Haryana State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 888 females for every 1000 males.
Haryana Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Haryana State is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Haryana State.
Haryana Slum Population
Slum Population in Haryana State is 16.62 Lac (16,62,305) with 8.88 Lac (8,87,947) males and 7.74 Lac (7,74,358) females, which is 6.56% of Haryana State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 873 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Haryana State are 3.33 Lac (3,32,697).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Haryana
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 |
| Urban Area | 874 |
| Rural Area | 882 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Haryana
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 876 |
| Muslim | 895 |
| Sikh | 904 |
| Jain | 924 |
Haryana Area & Households
The Total Area of Haryana State is 44,212 Square KM, with a population density of 573 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Haryana State are 154 and the Total Number of Villages in Haryana State are 6,841.The Total Number of households in Haryana State are 48.58 Lac(48,57,524).
Haryana Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Haryana State, there are about 89.17 Lac (89,16,508) workers, making up nearly 35.17% of the Haryana State total population. Out of these, around 68.07 Lac (68,06,636) are male workers, and about 21.10 Lac (21,09,872) are female workers.
Haryana - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Haryana state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 46,23,064, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 2,53,51,462 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 33.79% 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 17.56%.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.
Haryana State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 46,23,064 to 2,53,51,462.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 33.79%.
- 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* | 46.23 Lac | - | - | 24.76 Lac | 21.47 Lac |
| 1911* | 41.75 Lac | -4.48 Lac | -9.698913967 | 22.75 Lac | 19.00 Lac |
| 1921* | 42.56 Lac | 81.22 k | 1.945419969 | 23.08 Lac | 19.48 Lac |
| 1931* | 45.60 Lac | 3.04 Lac | 7.143625825 | 24.73 Lac | 20.87 Lac |
| 1941* | 52.73 Lac | 7.13 Lac | 15.63431966 | 28.22 Lac | 24.51 Lac |
| 1951 | 56.74 Lac | 4.01 Lac | 7.600625774 | 30.32 Lac | 26.42 Lac |
| 1961 | 75.91 Lac | 19.17 Lac | 33.78680227 | 40.63 Lac | 35.28 Lac |
| 1971 | 1.00 Cr | 24.46 Lac | 32.22316404 | 53.77 Lac | 46.59 Lac |
| 1981 | 1.29 Cr | 28.86 Lac | 28.7521331 | 69.10 Lac | 60.12 Lac |
| 1991 | 1.65 Cr | 35.42 Lac | 27.40672021 | 88.27 Lac | 76.36 Lac |
| 2001 | 2.11 Cr | 46.81 Lac | 28.4318275 | 1.14 Cr | 97.81 Lac |
| 2011 | 2.54 Cr | 42.07 Lac | 19.89588435 | 1.35 Cr | 1.19 Cr |
Note:-
i) * The totals of population of all the districts of Haryana for 1901, 1911, 1921, 1931 and 1941 Census does not tally with the total population of the state because the population for these Censuses is not available for Kaithal, Panipat, Rewari, Mahendragarh, Jind, Fatehabad, Hisar and Bhiwani Districts.
Haryana - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.05 Cr (3,04,89,697) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 3.08 Cr (3,08,49,215) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 3.12 Cr (3,11,88,925) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.15 Cr (3,15,15,759) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.18 Cr (3,18,41,603) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.22 Cr (3,21,67,447) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.25 Cr (3,24,94,282) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.28 Cr (3,28,05,270) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.31 Cr (3,31,07,344) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.34 Cr (3,34,09,418) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.37 Cr (3,37,10,502) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.40 Cr (3,40,12,577) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.43 Cr (3,43,13,660) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Haryana State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.43 Cr (3,43,13,660), with a male population of 1.80 Cr (1,79,77,459) and a female population of 1.63 Cr (1,63,37,037). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Haryana State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.