Hisar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Hisar District has a population of 17.44 Lac (17,43,931) with 9.32 Lac (9,31,562) males and 8.12 Lac (8,12,369) females.The sex ratio in Hisar is 873, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Hisar District is 2.15 Lac (2,15,167) which is 12.34% of Hisar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Hisar District is 852 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Hisar District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.
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Hisar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Hisar District current estimated population is projected to be 20.97 Lac (20,97,391), indicating a 20.27% increased from Hisar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.13 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.84 Lac.
Hisar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Hisar District estimated population is projected to be 21.22 Lac (21,22,123), projecting a 21.69% increased from Hisar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.25 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.97 Lac.
Hisar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Hisar District, with a total Hindu population of 17.01 Lac (17,01,061), accounting for 97.54% of the Hisar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.09 Lac (9,08,606), and the Hindu female population is around 7.92 Lac (7,92,455).
Hisar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Hisar District, with a total Muslim population of 21.65 k (21,650), accounting for 1.24% of the Hisar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 11.71 k (11,711), and the Muslim female population is around 9.94 k (9,939).
Hisar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 17,01,061 | 97.54% |
| Muslim | 21,650 | 1.24% |
| Sikh | 12,270 | 0.7% |
| Jain | 3,620 | 0.21% |
| Religion not stated | 3,018 | 0.17% |
| Christian | 1,945 | 0.11% |
| Buddhist | 334 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 33 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHisar Urban Population
The Urban population of Hisar District is 5.53 Lac (5,53,488), with 2.97 Lac (2,97,423) being males and 2.56 Lac (2,56,065) being females, making up 31.74% of the Hisar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 861 females for every 1000 males.
Hisar Rural Population
The Rural population of Hisar District is 11.90 Lac (11,90,443), with 6.34 Lac (6,34,139) being males and 5.56 Lac (5,56,304) being females, making up 68.26% of the Hisar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 878 females for every 1000 males.
Hisar Literacy Rate
Hisar District has a literacy rate of 72.89% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Hisar District is 82.2 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Hisar District is 62.25 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Hisar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.71%, while in the rural regions of Hisar District, it is around 68.74%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Hisar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.89 | 82.2 | 62.25 |
| Urban Area | 81.71 | 88.09 | 74.3 |
| Rural Area | 68.74 | 79.4 | 56.64 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Hisar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 72.87 | 82.22 | 62.19 |
| Muslim | 66.26 | 76.66 | 53.81 |
| Sikh | 77.57 | 83.26 | 71.14 |
| Jain | 94.84 | 96.41 | 93.13 |
Hisar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Hisar District is 4.09 Lac (4,08,785) with 2.17 Lac (2,17,338) males and 1.91 Lac (1,91,447) females, which is 23.44% of Hisar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 881 females for every 1000 males.
Hisar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Hisar District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Hisar District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Hisar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 |
| Urban Area | 861 |
| Rural Area | 878 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Hisar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 873 |
| Muslim | 849 |
| Sikh | 879 |
| Jain | 911 |
Hisar Area & Households
The Total Area of Hisar District is 3,983 Square KM, with a population density of 438 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Hisar District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Hisar District are 269.The Total Number of households in Hisar District are 3.36 Lac(3,35,608).
Hisar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Hisar District, there are about 6.92 Lac (6,91,621) workers, making up nearly 39.66% of the Hisar District total population. Out of these, around 4.88 Lac (4,88,321) are male workers, and about 2.03 Lac (2,03,300) are female workers.
Hisar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Hisar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,23,390, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,43,931 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 36.49% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 26.84%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Hisar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,23,390 to 17,43,931.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 36.49%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | N.A | - | - | N.A | N.A |
| 1911 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 1921 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 1931 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 1941 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 1951 | 4.23 Lac | N.A | N.A | 2.26 Lac | 1.97 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.78 Lac | 1.54 Lac | 36.49046978 | 3.10 Lac | 2.68 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.74 Lac | 1.96 Lac | 33.98207608 | 4.17 Lac | 3.58 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.86 Lac | 2.12 Lac | 27.31674556 | 5.30 Lac | 4.56 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.09 Lac | 2.23 Lac | 22.66950979 | 6.53 Lac | 5.57 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.37 Lac | 3.28 Lac | 27.11451344 | 8.31 Lac | 7.07 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.44 Lac | 2.07 Lac | 13.45466871 | 9.32 Lac | 8.12 Lac |
Hisar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.97 Lac (20,97,391) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 21.22 Lac (21,22,123) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 21.45 Lac (21,45,491) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 21.68 Lac (21,67,974) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 21.90 Lac (21,90,389) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 22.13 Lac (22,12,804) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 22.35 Lac (22,35,287) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 22.57 Lac (22,56,680) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 22.77 Lac (22,77,460) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 22.98 Lac (22,98,240) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 23.19 Lac (23,18,951) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 23.40 Lac (23,39,731) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 23.60 Lac (23,60,442) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Hisar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 23.60 Lac (23,60,442), with a male population of 12.41 Lac (12,41,012) and a female population of 11.19 Lac (11,19,340). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Hisar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.41%.