Jhajjar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jhajjar District has a population of 9.58 Lac (9,58,405) with 5.15 Lac (5,14,667) males and 4.44 Lac (4,43,738) females.The sex ratio in Jhajjar is 863, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jhajjar District is 1.20 Lac (1,20,051) which is 12.53% of Jhajjar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jhajjar District is 782 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jhajjar District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Jhajjar Population Census 2011
- Jhajjar 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
Jhajjar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jhajjar District current estimated population is projected to be 11.53 Lac (11,52,655), indicating a 20.27% increased from Jhajjar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.38 Lac.
Jhajjar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jhajjar District estimated population is projected to be 11.66 Lac (11,66,247), projecting a 21.69% increased from Jhajjar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.22 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.44 Lac.
Jhajjar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jhajjar District, with a total Hindu population of 9.46 Lac (9,45,693), accounting for 98.67% of the Jhajjar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.07 Lac (5,07,499), and the Hindu female population is around 4.38 Lac (4,38,194).
Jhajjar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Jhajjar District, with a total Muslim population of 8.25 k (8,247), accounting for 0.86% of the Jhajjar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 4.62 k (4,620), and the Muslim female population is around 3.63 k (3,627).
Jhajjar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,45,693 | 98.67% |
| Muslim | 8,247 | 0.86% |
| Religion not stated | 1,917 | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 1,042 | 0.11% |
| Christian | 734 | 0.08% |
| Jain | 645 | 0.07% |
| Buddhist | 105 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 22 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJhajjar Urban Population
The Urban population of Jhajjar District is 2.43 Lac (2,43,339), with 1.30 Lac (1,30,448) being males and 1.13 Lac (1,12,891) being females, making up 25.39% of the Jhajjar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 866 females for every 1000 males.
Jhajjar Rural Population
The Rural population of Jhajjar District is 7.15 Lac (7,15,066), with 3.84 Lac (3,84,219) being males and 3.31 Lac (3,30,847) being females, making up 74.61% of the Jhajjar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 862 females for every 1000 males.
Jhajjar Literacy Rate
Jhajjar District has a literacy rate of 80.65% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jhajjar District is 89.31 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jhajjar District is 70.73 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Jhajjar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.34%, while in the rural regions of Jhajjar District, it is around 79.39%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jhajjar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80.65 | 89.31 | 70.73 |
| Urban Area | 84.34 | 90.41 | 77.41 |
| Rural Area | 79.39 | 88.94 | 68.46 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jhajjar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.8 | 89.5 | 70.87 |
| Muslim | 57.7 | 65.4 | 47.81 |
| Religion not stated | 85.02 | 92.08 | 75.15 |
| Sikh | 90.32 | 94.08 | 84.86 |
Jhajjar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jhajjar District is 1.70 Lac (1,70,448) with 90.86 k (90,856) males and 79.59 k (79,592) females, which is 17.78% of Jhajjar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 877 females for every 1000 males.
Jhajjar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Jhajjar District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Jhajjar District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jhajjar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 |
| Urban Area | 866 |
| Rural Area | 862 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jhajjar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 864 |
| Muslim | 786 |
| Religion not stated | 724 |
| Sikh | 684 |
Jhajjar Area & Households
The Total Area of Jhajjar District is 1,834 Square KM, with a population density of 523 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jhajjar District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Jhajjar District are 260.The Total Number of households in Jhajjar District are 1.85 Lac(1,85,334).
Jhajjar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jhajjar District, there are about 3.27 Lac (3,26,534) workers, making up nearly 34.07% of the Jhajjar District total population. Out of these, around 2.50 Lac (2,50,020) are male workers, and about 76.51 k (76,514) are female workers.
Jhajjar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Jhajjar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,20,225, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 9,58,405 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 27.79% 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 14.96%.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.
Jhajjar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,20,225 to 9,58,405.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 27.79%.
- 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 | 2.20 Lac | - | - | 1.17 Lac | 1.03 Lac |
| 1911 | 1.90 Lac | -30.25 k | -13.73413554 | 1.02 Lac | 87.64 k |
| 1921 | 2.05 Lac | 14.83 k | 7.805599566 | 1.11 Lac | 94.23 k |
| 1931 | 2.14 Lac | 9.17 k | 4.476875903 | 1.15 Lac | 99.17 k |
| 1941 | 2.53 Lac | 39.32 k | 18.37627409 | 1.32 Lac | 1.21 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.95 Lac | 41.79 k | 16.49716934 | 1.54 Lac | 1.41 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.75 Lac | 80.12 k | 27.15285426 | 1.97 Lac | 1.78 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.79 Lac | 1.04 Lac | 27.79064468 | 2.52 Lac | 2.28 Lac |
| 1981 | 5.89 Lac | 1.10 Lac | 22.88511352 | 3.12 Lac | 2.78 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.15 Lac | 1.26 Lac | 21.3715946 | 3.84 Lac | 3.31 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.80 Lac | 1.65 Lac | 23.06358511 | 4.76 Lac | 4.04 Lac |
| 2011 | 9.58 Lac | 78.33 k | 8.90074903 | 5.15 Lac | 4.44 Lac |
Jhajjar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.53 Lac (11,52,655) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.66 Lac (11,66,247) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.79 Lac (11,79,089) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 11.91 Lac (11,91,445) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.04 Lac (12,03,763) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.16 Lac (12,16,082) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 12.28 Lac (12,28,438) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 12.40 Lac (12,40,195) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 12.52 Lac (12,51,614) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 12.63 Lac (12,63,034) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 12.74 Lac (12,74,417) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 12.86 Lac (12,85,837) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 12.97 Lac (12,97,219) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jhajjar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 12.97 Lac (12,97,219), with a male population of 6.86 Lac (6,85,631) and a female population of 6.11 Lac (6,11,414). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Jhajjar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.