Ambala Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ambala District has a population of 11.28 Lac (11,28,350) with 5.99 Lac (5,98,703) males and 5.30 Lac (5,29,647) females.The sex ratio in Ambala is 885, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ambala District is 1.28 Lac (1,27,689) which is 11.32% of Ambala District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ambala District is 811 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ambala District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ambala Population Census 2011
- Ambala 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
Ambala Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ambala District current estimated population is projected to be 13.57 Lac (13,57,044), indicating a 20.27% increased from Ambala's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.42 Lac.
Ambala Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ambala District estimated population is projected to be 13.73 Lac (13,73,046), projecting a 21.69% increased from Ambala's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.50 Lac.
Ambala Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ambala District, with a total Hindu population of 9.55 Lac (9,55,096), accounting for 84.65% of the Ambala District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.08 Lac (5,07,859), and the Hindu female population is around 4.47 Lac (4,47,237).
Ambala Sikh Population
Sikh is the second most popular religion in Ambala District, with a total Sikh population of 1.38 Lac (1,38,202), accounting for 12.25% of the Ambala District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 72.42 k (72,417), and the Sikh female population is around 65.79 k (65,785).
Ambala Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,55,096 | 84.65% |
| Sikh | 1,38,202 | 12.25% |
| Muslim | 22,143 | 1.96% |
| Jain | 4,845 | 0.43% |
| Religion not stated | 3,868 | 0.34% |
| Christian | 3,705 | 0.33% |
| Buddhist | 381 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 110 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAmbala Urban Population
The Urban population of Ambala District is 5.01 Lac (5,00,774), with 2.67 Lac (2,67,000) being males and 2.34 Lac (2,33,774) being females, making up 44.38% of the Ambala total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 876 females for every 1000 males.
Ambala Rural Population
The Rural population of Ambala District is 6.28 Lac (6,27,576), with 3.32 Lac (3,31,703) being males and 2.96 Lac (2,95,873) being females, making up 55.62% of the Ambala total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 892 females for every 1000 males.
Ambala Literacy Rate
Ambala District has a literacy rate of 81.75% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ambala District is 87.34 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ambala District is 75.5 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Ambala District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.46%, while in the rural regions of Ambala District, it is around 77.13%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ambala
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.75 | 87.34 | 75.5 |
| Urban Area | 87.46 | 91.21 | 83.2 |
| Rural Area | 77.13 | 84.17 | 69.36 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ambala
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.21 | 86.91 | 74.8 |
| Sikh | 86.65 | 91.46 | 81.46 |
| Muslim | 67.78 | 75.47 | 59.1 |
| Jain | 97.48 | 98.55 | 96.28 |
Ambala Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ambala District is 2.96 Lac (2,96,246) with 1.57 Lac (1,56,874) males and 1.39 Lac (1,39,372) females, which is 26.25% of Ambala District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 889 females for every 1000 males.
Ambala Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Ambala District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Ambala District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ambala
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 |
| Urban Area | 876 |
| Rural Area | 892 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ambala
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 881 |
| Sikh | 909 |
| Muslim | 888 |
| Jain | 892 |
Ambala Area & Households
The Total Area of Ambala District is 1,574 Square KM, with a population density of 717 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ambala District are 15 and the Total Number of Villages in Ambala District are 470.The Total Number of households in Ambala District are 2.24 Lac(2,24,334).
Ambala Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ambala District, there are about 3.72 Lac (3,72,139) workers, making up nearly 32.98% of the Ambala District total population. Out of these, around 3.20 Lac (3,20,120) are male workers, and about 52.02 k (52,019) are female workers.
Ambala - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ambala district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,30,735, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 11,28,350 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 25.78% 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 12.60%.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.
Ambala District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,30,735 to 11,28,350.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 25.78%.
- 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 | 3.31 Lac | - | - | 1.83 Lac | 1.48 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.77 Lac | -53.32 k | -16.12106369 | 1.58 Lac | 1.19 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.58 Lac | -19.19 k | -6.916663362 | 1.45 Lac | 1.13 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.98 Lac | 39.57 k | 15.32476987 | 1.67 Lac | 1.31 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.40 Lac | 42.08 k | 14.13019389 | 1.89 Lac | 1.51 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.65 Lac | 25.50 k | 7.502898065 | 2.02 Lac | 1.63 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.54 Lac | 88.20 k | 24.13850672 | 2.48 Lac | 2.05 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.39 Lac | 85.72 k | 18.89761696 | 2.87 Lac | 2.53 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.59 Lac | 1.20 Lac | 22.26750751 | 3.47 Lac | 3.13 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.06 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 22.30821144 | 4.24 Lac | 3.83 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.14 Lac | 2.08 Lac | 25.78222453 | 5.43 Lac | 4.71 Lac |
| 2011 | 11.28 Lac | 1.14 Lac | 11.23203514 | 5.99 Lac | 5.30 Lac |
Ambala - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13.57 Lac (13,57,044) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 13.73 Lac (13,73,046) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 13.88 Lac (13,88,166) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 14.03 Lac (14,02,713) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 14.17 Lac (14,17,216) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 14.32 Lac (14,31,718) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 14.46 Lac (14,46,265) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 14.60 Lac (14,60,107) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 14.74 Lac (14,73,551) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 14.87 Lac (14,86,996) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 15.00 Lac (15,00,397) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 15.14 Lac (15,13,842) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 15.27 Lac (15,27,243) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ambala District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 15.27 Lac (15,27,243), with a male population of 7.98 Lac (7,97,583) and a female population of 7.30 Lac (7,29,786). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Ambala District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.