Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Faridabad District

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.

18.10 Lac

Toatl Population

9.66 Lac

Male Population

8.44 Lac

Female Population

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
Hindu15,88,40787.77%
Muslim1,61,6808.93%
Sikh34,5721.91%
Christian9,7430.54%
Religion not stated9,5590.53%
Jain4,8830.27%
Buddhist6400.04%
Other religions and persuasions2490.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Faridabad 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

Historical Population of Faridabad by Census Year 1901-2011

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 1.26%.

Faridabad Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Faridabad is 18.10 Lac (18,09,733).

The estimated population of Faridabad in 2024 is approximately 21.77 Lac (21,76,530).

Hindu constitute 87.77% of Faridabad population, amounting to approximately 15.88 Lac (15,88,407) people.

Muslim constitute 8.93% of Faridabad population, totaling around 1.62 Lac (1,61,680) people.

Hindu: 87.77%, Muslim: 8.93%, Sikh: 1.91%, Christian: 0.54%, Religion not stated: 0.53%, Jain: 0.27%, Buddhist: 0.04%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Faridabad is 2.24 Lac (12.37%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 0.

In Faridabad, 14.39 Lac (79.51%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 3.71 Lac (20.49%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Faridabad is 81.7%, with male literacy at 88.61% and female literacy at 73.84%.

The sex ratio in Faridabad is 874 females for every 1000 males.

Faridabad population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 1.26% up to 2036.