Sirsa Population
As per the 2011 Census, Sirsa District has a population of 12.95 Lac (12,95,189) with 6.83 Lac (6,82,582) males and 6.13 Lac (6,12,607) females.The sex ratio in Sirsa is 898, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sirsa District is 1.58 Lac (1,57,667) which is 12.17% of Sirsa District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sirsa District is 862 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Sirsa District is listed as part of HARYANA State in INDIA.
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Sirsa Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Sirsa District current estimated population is projected to be 15.58 Lac (15,57,698), indicating a 20.27% increased from Sirsa's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.42 Lac.
Sirsa Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Sirsa District estimated population is projected to be 15.76 Lac (15,76,066), projecting a 21.69% increased from Sirsa's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.24 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.52 Lac.
Sirsa Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Sirsa District, with a total Hindu population of 9.40 Lac (9,40,255), accounting for 72.6% of the Sirsa District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.96 Lac (4,95,835), and the Hindu female population is around 4.44 Lac (4,44,420).
Sirsa Sikh Population
Sikh is the second most popular religion in Sirsa District, with a total Sikh population of 3.39 Lac (3,38,962), accounting for 26.17% of the Sirsa District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 1.79 Lac (1,78,565), and the Sikh female population is around 1.60 Lac (1,60,397).
Sirsa Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,40,255 | 72.6% |
| Sikh | 3,38,962 | 26.17% |
| Muslim | 9,524 | 0.74% |
| Jain | 2,256 | 0.17% |
| Christian | 2,186 | 0.17% |
| Religion not stated | 1,012 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 624 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 370 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSirsa Urban Population
The Urban population of Sirsa District is 3.19 Lac (3,19,248), with 1.68 Lac (1,68,405) being males and 1.51 Lac (1,50,843) being females, making up 24.65% of the Sirsa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 896 females for every 1000 males.
Sirsa Rural Population
The Rural population of Sirsa District is 9.76 Lac (9,75,941), with 5.14 Lac (5,14,177) being males and 4.62 Lac (4,61,764) being females, making up 75.35% of the Sirsa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Sirsa Literacy Rate
Sirsa District has a literacy rate of 68.82% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sirsa District is 76.43 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sirsa District is 60.4 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Sirsa District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.17%, while in the rural regions of Sirsa District, it is around 65.41%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sirsa
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68.82 | 76.43 | 60.4 |
| Urban Area | 79.17 | 84.36 | 73.42 |
| Rural Area | 65.41 | 73.82 | 56.1 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Sirsa
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.21 | 78.4 | 61.11 |
| Sikh | 65.06 | 71.15 | 58.35 |
| Muslim | 58.82 | 66.25 | 50.61 |
| Jain | 94.89 | 95.36 | 94.35 |
Sirsa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sirsa District is 3.87 Lac (3,87,381) with 2.02 Lac (2,02,430) males and 1.85 Lac (1,84,951) females, which is 29.91% of Sirsa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Sirsa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Sirsa District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Sirsa District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sirsa
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 |
| Urban Area | 896 |
| Rural Area | 899 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Sirsa
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 897 |
| Sikh | 899 |
| Muslim | 912 |
| Jain | 874 |
Sirsa Area & Households
The Total Area of Sirsa District is 4,277 Square KM, with a population density of 303 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sirsa District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Sirsa District are 330.The Total Number of households in Sirsa District are 2.47 Lac(2,46,571).
Sirsa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Sirsa District, there are about 5.02 Lac (5,02,003) workers, making up nearly 38.76% of the Sirsa District total population. Out of these, around 3.69 Lac (3,69,462) are male workers, and about 1.33 Lac (1,32,541) are female workers.
Sirsa - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Sirsa district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,65,167, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 12,95,189 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 67.51% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 21.99%.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.
Sirsa District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,65,167 to 12,95,189.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 67.51%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.65 Lac | - | - | 88.29 k | 76.88 k |
| 1911 | 1.71 Lac | 5.57 k | 3.369922563 | 92.94 k | 77.80 k |
| 1921 | 1.73 Lac | 2.74 k | 1.606602121 | 92.44 k | 81.04 k |
| 1931 | 1.91 Lac | 17.30 k | 9.970255251 | 1.03 Lac | 87.92 k |
| 1941 | 2.14 Lac | 22.75 k | 11.92523012 | 1.14 Lac | 99.85 k |
| 1951 | 2.21 Lac | 7.76 k | 3.634285928 | 1.20 Lac | 1.01 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.71 Lac | 1.49 Lac | 67.50797625 | 2.01 Lac | 1.70 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.34 Lac | 1.63 Lac | 43.95856096 | 2.86 Lac | 2.47 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.07 Lac | 1.73 Lac | 32.50800219 | 3.77 Lac | 3.30 Lac |
| 1991 | 9.04 Lac | 1.96 Lac | 27.78629495 | 4.79 Lac | 4.24 Lac |
| 2001 | 11.17 Lac | 2.13 Lac | 23.58655328 | 5.93 Lac | 5.23 Lac |
| 2011 | 12.95 Lac | 1.79 Lac | 15.98890968 | 6.83 Lac | 6.13 Lac |
Sirsa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.58 Lac (15,57,698) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 15.76 Lac (15,76,066) | 21.69% | 1.42 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 15.93 Lac (15,93,421) | 23.03% | 1.34 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.10 Lac (16,10,119) | 24.32% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 16.27 Lac (16,26,766) | 25.6% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 16.43 Lac (16,43,414) | 26.89% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 16.60 Lac (16,60,111) | 28.18% | 1.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 16.76 Lac (16,75,999) | 29.4% | 1.22 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 16.91 Lac (16,91,432) | 30.59% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 17.07 Lac (17,06,865) | 31.78% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 17.22 Lac (17,22,247) | 32.97% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.38 Lac (17,37,680) | 34.16% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 17.53 Lac (17,53,062) | 35.35% | 1.19 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Sirsa District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 17.53 Lac (17,53,062), with a male population of 9.09 Lac (9,09,325) and a female population of 8.44 Lac (8,44,094). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Sirsa District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.