Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Kaithal District

Kaithal Population

As per the 2011 Census, Kaithal District has a population of 10.74 Lac (10,74,304) with 5.71 Lac (5,71,003) males and 5.03 Lac (5,03,301) females.The sex ratio in Kaithal is 882, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kaithal District is 1.39 Lac (1,39,393) which is 12.98% of Kaithal District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kaithal District is 828 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Kaithal District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.

10.74 Lac

Toatl Population

5.71 Lac

Male Population

5.03 Lac

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. Kaithal Population Census 2011
  2. Kaithal Population 2024
  3. Hindu Population
  4. Muslim Population
  5. All Religion Population
  6. Urban Population
  7. Rural Population
  8. Literacy Rate
  9. Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
  10. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
  11. Sex Ratio
  12. Historical Census 1901 to 2011
  13. Population Projections Up to 2036

Kaithal Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Kaithal District current estimated population is projected to be 12.92 Lac (12,92,044), indicating a 20.27% increased from Kaithal's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.82 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.10 Lac.

Kaithal Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Kaithal District estimated population is projected to be 13.07 Lac (13,07,280), projecting a 21.69% increased from Kaithal's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.90 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.18 Lac.

Kaithal Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Kaithal District, with a total Hindu population of 9.75 Lac (9,74,520), accounting for 90.71% of the Kaithal District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.19 Lac (5,18,737), and the Hindu female population is around 4.56 Lac (4,55,783).

Kaithal Sikh Population

Sikh is the second most popular religion in Kaithal District, with a total Sikh population of 87.56 k (87,558), accounting for 8.15% of the Kaithal District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 45.86 k (45,862), and the Sikh female population is around 41.70 k (41,696).

Kaithal Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu9,74,52090.71%
Sikh87,5588.15%
Muslim8,2320.77%
Christian1,7690.16%
Religion not stated1,5390.14%
Jain3510.03%
Buddhist2650.02%
Other religions and persuasions700.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Kaithal Urban Population

The Urban population of Kaithal District is 2.36 Lac (2,36,011), with 1.25 Lac (1,25,072) being males and 1.11 Lac (1,10,939) being females, making up 21.97% of the Kaithal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 888 females for every 1000 males.

Kaithal Rural Population

The Rural population of Kaithal District is 8.38 Lac (8,38,293), with 4.46 Lac (4,45,931) being males and 3.92 Lac (3,92,362) being females, making up 78.03% of the Kaithal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 880 females for every 1000 males.

Kaithal Literacy Rate

Kaithal District has a literacy rate of 69.15% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kaithal District is 77.98 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kaithal District is 59.24 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kaithal District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.88%, while in the rural regions of Kaithal District, it is around 66.67%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kaithal

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 69.15 77.98 59.24
Urban Area 77.88 84.87 70.08
Rural Area 66.67 76.02 56.14

Literacy Rate by Religion in Kaithal

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 68.71 77.85 58.41
Sikh 74.19 79.75 68.2
Muslim 63.01 72.55 52.26
Christian 72.81 78.23 66.71

Kaithal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kaithal District is 2.48 Lac (2,47,513) with 1.31 Lac (1,31,486) males and 1.16 Lac (1,16,027) females, which is 23.04% of Kaithal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 883 females for every 1000 males.

Kaithal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes Population in Kaithal District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Kaithal District.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kaithal

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 882
Urban Area 888
Rural Area 880

Sex Ratio by Religion in Kaithal

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 879
Sikh 910
Muslim 893
Christian 919

Kaithal Area & Households

The Total Area of Kaithal District is 2,317 Square KM, with a population density of 464 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kaithal District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Kaithal District are 269.The Total Number of households in Kaithal District are 2.04 Lac(2,04,274).

Kaithal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Kaithal District, there are about 3.74 Lac (3,73,899) workers, making up nearly 34.8% of the Kaithal District total population. Out of these, around 2.93 Lac (2,92,696) are male workers, and about 81.20 k (81,203) are female workers.

Kaithal - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Kaithal district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,27,168, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,74,304 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 47.38% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 30.13%.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.

Kaithal District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 2,27,168 to 10,74,304.
  • The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 47.38%.
  • 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 2.27 Lac N.A N.A 1.23 Lac 1.04 Lac
1961 3.35 Lac 1.08 Lac 47.38167348 1.82 Lac 1.53 Lac
1971 4.62 Lac 1.27 Lac 37.96041863 2.51 Lac 2.11 Lac
1981 6.47 Lac 1.85 Lac 39.98055844 3.50 Lac 2.97 Lac
1991 7.82 Lac 1.35 Lac 20.91789547 4.22 Lac 3.60 Lac
2001 9.46 Lac 1.64 Lac 21.01740312 5.11 Lac 4.36 Lac
2011 10.74 Lac 1.28 Lac 13.54706695 5.71 Lac 5.03 Lac

Historical Population of Kaithal by Census Year 1901-2011

Kaithal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 12.92 Lac (12,92,044) 20.27% ↑
2025 13.07 Lac (13,07,280) 21.69% 1.42 % ↑
2026 13.22 Lac (13,21,675) 23.03% 1.34 % ↑
2027 13.36 Lac (13,35,525) 24.32% 1.29 % ↑
2028 13.49 Lac (13,49,333) 25.6% 1.28 % ↑
2029 13.63 Lac (13,63,141) 26.89% 1.29 % ↑
2030 13.77 Lac (13,76,992) 28.18% 1.29 % ↑
2031 13.90 Lac (13,90,170) 29.4% 1.22 % ↑
2032 14.03 Lac (14,02,971) 30.59% 1.19 % ↑
2033 14.16 Lac (14,15,772) 31.78% 1.19 % ↑
2034 14.29 Lac (14,28,531) 32.97% 1.19 % ↑
2035 14.41 Lac (14,41,331) 34.16% 1.19 % ↑
2036 14.54 Lac (14,54,090) 35.35% 1.19 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that Kaithal District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 14.54 Lac (14,54,090), with a male population of 7.61 Lac (7,60,681) and a female population of 6.93 Lac (6,93,484). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Kaithal District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.41%.