Palwal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Palwal District has a population of 10.43 Lac (10,42,708) with 5.54 Lac (5,54,497) males and 4.88 Lac (4,88,211) females.The sex ratio in Palwal is 881, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Palwal District is 1.77 Lac (1,77,494) which is 17.02% of Palwal District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Palwal District is 866 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Palwal District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Palwal Population Census 2011
- Palwal 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
Palwal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Palwal District current estimated population is projected to be 12.54 Lac (12,54,045), indicating a 20.27% increased from Palwal 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.62 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.92 Lac.
Palwal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Palwal District estimated population is projected to be 12.69 Lac (12,68,832), projecting a 21.69% increased from Palwal 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.99 Lac.
Palwal Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Palwal District, with a total Hindu population of 8.26 Lac (8,26,342), accounting for 79.25% of the Palwal District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.41 Lac (4,40,964), and the Hindu female population is around 3.85 Lac (3,85,378).
Palwal Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Palwal District, with a total Muslim population of 2.09 Lac (2,08,566), accounting for 20% of the Palwal District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.09 Lac (1,09,462), and the Muslim female population is around 99.10 k (99,104).
Palwal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 8,26,342 | 79.25% |
| Muslim | 2,08,566 | 20% |
| Sikh | 3,971 | 0.38% |
| Religion not stated | 1,617 | 0.16% |
| Christian | 932 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 915 | 0.09% |
| Buddhist | 345 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 20 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPalwal Urban Population
The Urban population of Palwal District is 2.37 Lac (2,36,544), with 1.26 Lac (1,25,590) being males and 1.11 Lac (1,10,954) being females, making up 22.69% of the Palwal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 884 females for every 1000 males.
Palwal Rural Population
The Rural population of Palwal District is 8.06 Lac (8,06,164), with 4.29 Lac (4,28,907) being males and 3.77 Lac (3,77,257) being females, making up 77.31% of the Palwal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 880 females for every 1000 males.
Palwal Literacy Rate
Palwal District has a literacy rate of 69.32% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Palwal District is 82.66 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Palwal District is 54.23 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Palwal District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.81%, while in the rural regions of Palwal District, it is around 66.72%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Palwal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.32 | 82.66 | 54.23 |
| Urban Area | 77.81 | 86.16 | 68.45 |
| Rural Area | 66.72 | 81.59 | 49.85 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Palwal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.75 | 85.91 | 59.91 |
| Muslim | 49.8 | 68.23 | 29.41 |
| Sikh | 58.24 | 69.49 | 46.52 |
| Religion not stated | 73.89 | 86.93 | 60.63 |
Palwal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Palwal District is 2.03 Lac (2,03,123) with 1.08 Lac (1,07,741) males and 95.38 k (95,382) females, which is 19.48% of Palwal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 886 females for every 1000 males.
Palwal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Palwal District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Palwal District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Palwal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 |
| Urban Area | 884 |
| Rural Area | 880 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Palwal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 874 |
| Muslim | 906 |
| Sikh | 945 |
| Religion not stated | 907 |
Palwal Area & Households
The Total Area of Palwal District is 1,359 Square KM, with a population density of 767 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Palwal District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Palwal District are 280.The Total Number of households in Palwal District are 1.71 Lac(1,71,157).
Palwal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Palwal District, there are about 3.10 Lac (3,09,563) workers, making up nearly 29.69% of the Palwal District total population. Out of these, around 2.41 Lac (2,41,464) are male workers, and about 68.10 k (68,099) are female workers.
Palwal - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Palwal district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,06,252, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,42,708 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 34.21% 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 16.94%.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.
Palwal District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,06,252 to 10,42,708.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 34.21%.
- 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 | 2.06 Lac | - | - | 1.08 Lac | 97.98 k |
| 1911 | 1.80 Lac | -26.40 k | -12.79890619 | 95.78 k | 84.08 k |
| 1921 | 1.68 Lac | -12.32 k | -6.851668576 | 90.16 k | 77.37 k |
| 1931 | 1.83 Lac | 15.60 k | 9.310515666 | 98.51 k | 84.62 k |
| 1941 | 2.11 Lac | 27.40 k | 14.96376871 | 1.12 Lac | 98.55 k |
| 1951 | 2.27 Lac | 16.85 k | 8.005433853 | 1.23 Lac | 1.05 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.91 Lac | 64.02 k | 28.15256876 | 1.57 Lac | 1.34 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.80 Lac | 88.60 k | 30.40449415 | 2.06 Lac | 1.74 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.68 Lac | 88.49 k | 23.28763158 | 2.53 Lac | 2.15 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.18 Lac | 1.49 Lac | 31.86920616 | 3.35 Lac | 2.83 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.29 Lac | 2.11 Lac | 34.20584074 | 4.45 Lac | 3.84 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.43 Lac | 2.14 Lac | 25.76065496 | 5.54 Lac | 4.88 Lac |
Palwal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.54 Lac (12,54,045) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.69 Lac (12,68,832) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.83 Lac (12,82,804) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.96 Lac (12,96,247) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 13.10 Lac (13,09,649) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.23 Lac (13,23,051) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.36 Lac (13,36,493) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.49 Lac (13,49,284) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.62 Lac (13,61,709) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.74 Lac (13,74,133) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.87 Lac (13,86,517) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.99 Lac (13,98,941) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 14.11 Lac (14,11,325) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Palwal District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 14.11 Lac (14,11,325), with a male population of 7.39 Lac (7,38,692) and a female population of 6.73 Lac (6,72,692). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Palwal District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.