Faridabad Population
As per the 2011 Census, Faridabad District has a population of 18.10 Lac (18,09,733) with 9.66 Lac (9,66,110) males and 8.44 Lac (8,43,623) females.The sex ratio in Faridabad is 874, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Faridabad District is 2.52 Lac (2,51,955) which is 13.92% of Faridabad District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Faridabad District is 844 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Faridabad District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Faridabad Population Census 2011
- Faridabad 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
Faridabad Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Faridabad District current estimated population is projected to be 21.77 Lac (21,76,530), indicating a 20.27% increased from Faridabad's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.54 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.22 Lac.
Faridabad Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Faridabad District estimated population is projected to be 22.02 Lac (22,02,195), projecting a 21.69% increased from Faridabad's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.35 Lac.
Faridabad Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Faridabad District, with a total Hindu population of 15.88 Lac (15,88,407), accounting for 87.77% of the Faridabad District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.50 Lac (8,50,212), and the Hindu female population is around 7.38 Lac (7,38,195).
Faridabad Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Faridabad District, with a total Muslim population of 1.62 Lac (1,61,680), accounting for 8.93% of the Faridabad District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 85.46 k (85,463), and the Muslim female population is around 76.22 k (76,217).
Faridabad Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,88,407 | 87.77% |
| Muslim | 1,61,680 | 8.93% |
| Sikh | 34,572 | 1.91% |
| Christian | 9,743 | 0.54% |
| Religion not stated | 9,559 | 0.53% |
| Jain | 4,883 | 0.27% |
| Buddhist | 640 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 249 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationFaridabad Urban Population
The Urban population of Faridabad District is 14.39 Lac (14,38,855), with 7.68 Lac (7,68,007) being males and 6.71 Lac (6,70,848) being females, making up 79.51% of the Faridabad total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 874 females for every 1000 males.
Faridabad Rural Population
The Rural population of Faridabad District is 3.71 Lac (3,70,878), with 1.98 Lac (1,98,103) being males and 1.73 Lac (1,72,775) being females, making up 20.49% of the Faridabad total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 873 females for every 1000 males.
Faridabad Literacy Rate
Faridabad District has a literacy rate of 81.7% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Faridabad District is 88.61 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Faridabad District is 73.84 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Faridabad District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.82%, while in the rural regions of Faridabad District, it is around 73.18%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Faridabad
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.7 | 88.61 | 73.84 |
| Urban Area | 83.82 | 89.59 | 77.25 |
| Rural Area | 73.18 | 84.66 | 60.13 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Faridabad
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83.37 | 90 | 75.79 |
| Muslim | 62.07 | 73.02 | 49.72 |
| Sikh | 85.33 | 88.99 | 81.38 |
| Christian | 90.86 | 93.47 | 88.23 |
Faridabad Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Faridabad District is 2.24 Lac (2,23,799) with 1.19 Lac (1,19,495) males and 1.04 Lac (1,04,304) females, which is 12.37% of Faridabad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 873 females for every 1000 males.
Faridabad Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Faridabad District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Faridabad District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Faridabad
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 |
| Urban Area | 874 |
| Rural Area | 873 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Faridabad
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 869 |
| Muslim | 892 |
| Sikh | 916 |
| Christian | 978 |
Faridabad Area & Households
The Total Area of Faridabad District is 741 Square KM, with a population density of 2,442 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Faridabad District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Faridabad District are 149.The Total Number of households in Faridabad District are 3.59 Lac(3,58,919).
Faridabad Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Faridabad District, there are about 5.79 Lac (5,79,229) workers, making up nearly 32.01% of the Faridabad District total population. Out of these, around 4.77 Lac (4,76,933) are male workers, and about 1.02 Lac (1,02,296) are female workers.
Faridabad - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Faridabad district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,16,564, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 18,09,733 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 79.63% 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 31.81%.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.
Faridabad District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,16,564 to 18,09,733.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 79.63%.
- 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 | 1.17 Lac | - | - | 61.19 k | 55.37 k |
| 1911 | 1.02 Lac | -14.92 k | -12.79897739 | 54.13 k | 47.52 k |
| 1921 | 94.68 k | -6.97 k | -6.852279994 | 50.95 k | 43.73 k |
| 1931 | 1.03 Lac | 8.82 k | 9.311364597 | 55.67 k | 47.83 k |
| 1941 | 1.19 Lac | 15.49 k | 14.96386334 | 63.29 k | 55.70 k |
| 1951 | 1.29 Lac | 9.53 k | 8.005345301 | 69.39 k | 59.12 k |
| 1961 | 1.80 Lac | 51.31 k | 39.92514085 | 98.01 k | 81.81 k |
| 1971 | 3.23 Lac | 1.43 Lac | 79.62850708 | 1.83 Lac | 1.40 Lac |
| 1981 | 5.18 Lac | 1.95 Lac | 60.24724535 | 2.91 Lac | 2.27 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.59 Lac | 3.42 Lac | 66.04462545 | 4.74 Lac | 3.86 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.65 Lac | 5.06 Lac | 58.87808601 | 7.48 Lac | 6.18 Lac |
| 2011 | 18.10 Lac | 4.44 Lac | 32.53602253 | 9.66 Lac | 8.44 Lac |
Faridabad - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 21.77 Lac (21,76,530) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 22.02 Lac (22,02,195) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 22.26 Lac (22,26,445) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 22.50 Lac (22,49,776) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 22.73 Lac (22,73,037) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 22.96 Lac (22,96,298) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 23.20 Lac (23,19,629) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 23.42 Lac (23,41,829) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 23.63 Lac (23,63,393) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 23.85 Lac (23,84,957) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 24.06 Lac (24,06,450) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 24.28 Lac (24,28,014) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 24.50 Lac (24,49,507) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Faridabad District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 24.50 Lac (24,49,507), with a male population of 12.87 Lac (12,87,036) and a female population of 11.62 Lac (11,62,404). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Faridabad District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.41%.