Kurukshetra Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kurukshetra District has a population of 9.65 Lac (9,64,655) with 5.11 Lac (5,10,976) males and 4.54 Lac (4,53,679) females.The sex ratio in Kurukshetra is 888, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kurukshetra District is 1.17 Lac (1,16,957) which is 12.12% of Kurukshetra District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kurukshetra District is 819 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kurukshetra District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kurukshetra Population Census 2011
- Kurukshetra 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
Kurukshetra Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kurukshetra District current estimated population is projected to be 11.60 Lac (11,60,172), indicating a 20.27% increased from Kurukshetra's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.10 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.50 Lac.
Kurukshetra Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kurukshetra District estimated population is projected to be 11.74 Lac (11,73,852), projecting a 21.69% increased from Kurukshetra's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.17 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.57 Lac.
Kurukshetra Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kurukshetra District, with a total Hindu population of 8.05 Lac (8,05,175), accounting for 83.47% of the Kurukshetra District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.27 Lac (4,27,324), and the Hindu female population is around 3.78 Lac (3,77,851).
Kurukshetra Sikh Population
Sikh is the second most popular religion in Kurukshetra District, with a total Sikh population of 1.40 Lac (1,40,395), accounting for 14.55% of the Kurukshetra District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 73.27 k (73,268), and the Sikh female population is around 67.13 k (67,127).
Kurukshetra Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 8,05,175 | 83.47% |
| Sikh | 1,40,395 | 14.55% |
| Muslim | 15,970 | 1.66% |
| Christian | 1,943 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 477 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 375 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 214 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 106 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKurukshetra Urban Population
The Urban population of Kurukshetra District is 2.79 Lac (2,79,225), with 1.50 Lac (1,49,956) being males and 1.29 Lac (1,29,269) being females, making up 28.95% of the Kurukshetra total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 863 females for every 1000 males.
Kurukshetra Rural Population
The Rural population of Kurukshetra District is 6.85 Lac (6,85,430), with 3.61 Lac (3,61,020) being males and 3.24 Lac (3,24,410) being females, making up 71.05% of the Kurukshetra total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Kurukshetra Literacy Rate
Kurukshetra District has a literacy rate of 76.31% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kurukshetra District is 83.02 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kurukshetra District is 68.84 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kurukshetra District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.01%, while in the rural regions of Kurukshetra District, it is around 73.11%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kurukshetra
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.31 | 83.02 | 68.84 |
| Urban Area | 84.01 | 88.13 | 79.26 |
| Rural Area | 73.11 | 80.85 | 64.61 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kurukshetra
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.95 | 82.98 | 68.07 |
| Sikh | 79.65 | 84.6 | 74.36 |
| Muslim | 63.82 | 71.27 | 54.83 |
| Christian | 74.55 | 77.79 | 70.96 |
Kurukshetra Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kurukshetra District is 2.15 Lac (2,15,128) with 1.13 Lac (1,13,311) males and 1.02 Lac (1,01,817) females, which is 22.3% of Kurukshetra District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Kurukshetra Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Kurukshetra District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Kurukshetra District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kurukshetra
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 |
| Urban Area | 863 |
| Rural Area | 899 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kurukshetra
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 885 |
| Sikh | 917 |
| Muslim | 836 |
| Christian | 863 |
Kurukshetra Area & Households
The Total Area of Kurukshetra District is 1,530 Square KM, with a population density of 630 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kurukshetra District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Kurukshetra District are 415.The Total Number of households in Kurukshetra District are 1.88 Lac(1,88,143).
Kurukshetra Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kurukshetra District, there are about 3.37 Lac (3,36,780) workers, making up nearly 34.91% of the Kurukshetra District total population. Out of these, around 2.69 Lac (2,68,556) are male workers, and about 68.22 k (68,224) are female workers.
Kurukshetra - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kurukshetra district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,75,735, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 9,64,655 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 55.8% 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 17.88%.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.
Kurukshetra District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,75,735 to 9,64,655.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 55.8%.
- 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 | 1.76 Lac | - | - | 95.29 k | 80.45 k |
| 1911 | 1.59 Lac | -16.93 k | -9.632685578 | 86.95 k | 71.86 k |
| 1921 | 1.65 Lac | 5.75 k | 3.622636282 | 90.09 k | 74.47 k |
| 1931 | 1.69 Lac | 4.44 k | 2.699319397 | 93.13 k | 75.87 k |
| 1941 | 1.97 Lac | 28.16 k | 16.65956616 | 1.08 Lac | 89.54 k |
| 1951 | 2.19 Lac | 22.30 k | 11.30976836 | 1.18 Lac | 1.01 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.42 Lac | 1.22 Lac | 55.79777175 | 1.84 Lac | 1.57 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.65 Lac | 1.23 Lac | 36.06722315 | 2.50 Lac | 2.15 Lac |
| 1981 | 5.42 Lac | 77.20 k | 16.59444308 | 2.90 Lac | 2.53 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.69 Lac | 1.27 Lac | 23.39926589 | 3.56 Lac | 3.13 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.25 Lac | 1.56 Lac | 23.32246701 | 4.42 Lac | 3.83 Lac |
| 2011 | 9.65 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 16.86356841 | 5.11 Lac | 4.54 Lac |
Kurukshetra - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.60 Lac (11,60,172) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.74 Lac (11,73,852) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.87 Lac (11,86,778) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 11.99 Lac (11,99,215) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.12 Lac (12,11,614) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.24 Lac (12,24,012) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 12.36 Lac (12,36,449) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 12.48 Lac (12,48,282) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 12.60 Lac (12,59,777) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 12.71 Lac (12,71,271) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 12.83 Lac (12,82,727) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 12.94 Lac (12,94,222) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.06 Lac (13,05,678) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kurukshetra District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.06 Lac (13,05,678), with a male population of 6.81 Lac (6,80,714) and a female population of 6.25 Lac (6,25,111). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Kurukshetra District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.