Gurgaon Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gurgaon District has a population of 15.14 Lac (15,14,432) with 8.17 Lac (8,16,690) males and 6.98 Lac (6,97,742) females.The sex ratio in Gurgaon is 855, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gurgaon District is 2.03 Lac (2,02,602) which is 13.38% of Gurgaon District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gurgaon District is 831 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gurgaon District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Gurgaon Population Census 2011
- Gurgaon 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
Gurgaon Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gurgaon District current estimated population is projected to be 18.21 Lac (18,21,378), indicating a 20.27% increased from Gurgaon's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.76 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.46 Lac.
Gurgaon Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gurgaon District estimated population is projected to be 18.43 Lac (18,42,854), projecting a 21.69% increased from Gurgaon's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.86 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.56 Lac.
Gurgaon Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Gurgaon District, with a total Hindu population of 14.09 Lac (14,08,801), accounting for 93.03% of the Gurgaon District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.59 Lac (7,58,586), and the Hindu female population is around 6.50 Lac (6,50,215).
Gurgaon Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Gurgaon District, with a total Muslim population of 70.84 k (70,842), accounting for 4.68% of the Gurgaon District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 40.24 k (40,240), and the Muslim female population is around 30.60 k (30,602).
Gurgaon Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,08,801 | 93.03% |
| Muslim | 70,842 | 4.68% |
| Sikh | 15,097 | 1% |
| Christian | 9,725 | 0.64% |
| Jain | 7,451 | 0.49% |
| Religion not stated | 1,318 | 0.09% |
| Buddhist | 944 | 0.06% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 254 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGurgaon Urban Population
The Urban population of Gurgaon District is 10.42 Lac (10,42,253), with 5.65 Lac (5,65,228) being males and 4.77 Lac (4,77,025) being females, making up 68.82% of the Gurgaon total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 844 females for every 1000 males.
Gurgaon Rural Population
The Rural population of Gurgaon District is 4.72 Lac (4,72,179), with 2.51 Lac (2,51,462) being males and 2.21 Lac (2,20,717) being females, making up 31.18% of the Gurgaon total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 878 females for every 1000 males.
Gurgaon Literacy Rate
Gurgaon District has a literacy rate of 84.7% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gurgaon District is 90.46 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gurgaon District is 77.98 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Gurgaon District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.76%, while in the rural regions of Gurgaon District, it is around 80.08%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gurgaon
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.7 | 90.46 | 77.98 |
| Urban Area | 86.76 | 90.73 | 82.06 |
| Rural Area | 80.08 | 89.86 | 69.11 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gurgaon
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.56 | 91.41 | 78.79 |
| Muslim | 60.99 | 69.33 | 49.59 |
| Sikh | 96.34 | 97.01 | 95.58 |
| Christian | 92.19 | 94.14 | 90.29 |
Gurgaon Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gurgaon District is 1.98 Lac (1,97,937) with 1.04 Lac (1,04,332) males and 93.61 k (93,605) females, which is 13.07% of Gurgaon District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 898 females for every 1000 males.
Gurgaon Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Gurgaon District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Gurgaon District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gurgaon
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 855 |
| Urban Area | 844 |
| Rural Area | 878 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gurgaon
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 858 |
| Muslim | 761 |
| Sikh | 895 |
| Christian | 1007 |
Gurgaon Area & Households
The Total Area of Gurgaon District is 1,258 Square KM, with a population density of 1,204 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gurgaon District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Gurgaon District are 242.The Total Number of households in Gurgaon District are 3.26 Lac(3,26,428).
Gurgaon Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gurgaon District, there are about 5.45 Lac (5,44,716) workers, making up nearly 35.97% of the Gurgaon District total population. Out of these, around 4.32 Lac (4,32,456) are male workers, and about 1.12 Lac (1,12,260) are female workers.
Gurgaon - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Gurgaon district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,82,978, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,14,432 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 73.14% 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 23.35%.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.
Gurgaon District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,82,978 to 15,14,432.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 73.14%.
- 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 | 1.83 Lac | - | - | 96.06 k | 86.92 k |
| 1911 | 1.60 Lac | -23.42 k | -12.7996645 | 84.97 k | 74.59 k |
| 1921 | 1.49 Lac | -10.93 k | -6.850928507 | 79.99 k | 68.64 k |
| 1931 | 1.62 Lac | 13.84 k | 9.30988313 | 87.39 k | 75.08 k |
| 1941 | 1.87 Lac | 24.31 k | 14.96393047 | 99.34 k | 87.43 k |
| 1951 | 2.02 Lac | 14.95 k | 8.005354036 | 1.06 Lac | 95.47 k |
| 1961 | 2.60 Lac | 57.93 k | 28.71603702 | 1.38 Lac | 1.22 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.48 Lac | 88.50 k | 34.08214746 | 1.84 Lac | 1.64 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.72 Lac | 1.24 Lac | 35.48575187 | 2.51 Lac | 2.20 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.07 Lac | 1.35 Lac | 28.64054103 | 3.24 Lac | 2.82 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.75 Lac | 2.68 Lac | 44.15095148 | 4.73 Lac | 4.02 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.14 Lac | 6.40 Lac | 73.13829392 | 8.17 Lac | 6.98 Lac |
Gurgaon - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.21 Lac (18,21,378) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.43 Lac (18,42,854) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.63 Lac (18,63,148) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.83 Lac (18,82,672) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 19.02 Lac (19,02,137) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 19.22 Lac (19,21,602) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 19.41 Lac (19,41,126) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 19.60 Lac (19,59,704) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 19.78 Lac (19,77,749) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 19.96 Lac (19,95,794) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 20.14 Lac (20,13,780) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 20.32 Lac (20,31,825) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 20.50 Lac (20,49,811) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gurgaon District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 20.50 Lac (20,49,811), with a male population of 10.88 Lac (10,87,981) and a female population of 9.61 Lac (9,61,399). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Gurgaon District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.41%.