Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Sonipat District

Sonipat Population

As per the 2011 Census, Sonipat District has a population of 14.50 Lac (14,50,001) with 7.81 Lac (7,81,299) males and 6.69 Lac (6,68,702) females.The sex ratio in Sonipat is 856, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sonipat District is 1.88 Lac (1,88,262) which is 12.98% of Sonipat District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sonipat District is 799 females for every 1000 males.

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

14.50 Lac

Toatl Population

7.81 Lac

Male Population

6.69 Lac

Female Population

Sonipat Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Sonipat District current estimated population is projected to be 17.44 Lac (17,43,888), indicating a 20.27% increased from Sonipat's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.33 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.10 Lac.

Sonipat Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Sonipat District estimated population is projected to be 17.64 Lac (17,64,451), projecting a 21.69% increased from Sonipat's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.44 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.21 Lac.

Sonipat Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Sonipat District, with a total Hindu population of 13.90 Lac (13,90,149), accounting for 95.87% of the Sonipat District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.50 Lac (7,49,537), and the Hindu female population is around 6.41 Lac (6,40,612).

Sonipat Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Sonipat District, with a total Muslim population of 45.10 k (45,100), accounting for 3.11% of the Sonipat District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 23.94 k (23,935), and the Muslim female population is around 21.17 k (21,165).

Sonipat Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu13,90,14995.87%
Muslim45,1003.11%
Jain6,0330.42%
Sikh4,4840.31%
Religion not stated2,4650.17%
Christian1,4050.1%
Buddhist3360.02%
Other religions and persuasions290%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Sonipat Urban Population

The Urban population of Sonipat District is 4.53 Lac (4,53,364), with 2.43 Lac (2,42,549) being males and 2.11 Lac (2,10,815) being females, making up 31.27% of the Sonipat total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 870 females for every 1000 males.

Sonipat Rural Population

The Rural population of Sonipat District is 9.97 Lac (9,96,637), with 5.39 Lac (5,38,750) being males and 4.58 Lac (4,57,887) being females, making up 68.73% of the Sonipat total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 850 females for every 1000 males.

Sonipat Literacy Rate

Sonipat District has a literacy rate of 79.12% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sonipat District is 87.18 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sonipat District is 69.8 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Sonipat District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.9%, while in the rural regions of Sonipat District, it is around 76.93%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sonipat

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 79.12 87.18 69.8
Urban Area 83.9 89.86 77.13
Rural Area 76.93 85.97 66.39

Literacy Rate by Religion in Sonipat

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 79.54 87.59 70.23
Muslim 62.41 72.24 51.31
Jain 95.02 97.58 92.25
Sikh 80.85 86.06 75.08

Sonipat Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sonipat District is 2.70 Lac (2,69,935) with 1.45 Lac (1,44,516) males and 1.25 Lac (1,25,419) females, which is 18.62% of Sonipat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 868 females for every 1000 males.

Sonipat Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

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

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sonipat

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 856
Urban Area 870
Rural Area 850

Sex Ratio by Religion in Sonipat

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 855
Muslim 885
Jain 919
Sikh 888

Sonipat Area & Households

The Total Area of Sonipat District is 2,122 Square KM, with a population density of 683 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sonipat District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Sonipat District are 332.The Total Number of households in Sonipat District are 2.78 Lac(2,77,726).

Sonipat Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Sonipat District, there are about 5.23 Lac (5,23,179) workers, making up nearly 36.08% of the Sonipat District total population. Out of these, around 3.91 Lac (3,91,085) are male workers, and about 1.32 Lac (1,32,094) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Sonipat district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,30,208, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 14,50,001 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 26.51% 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 15.03%.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.

Sonipat District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 3,30,208 to 14,50,001.
  • The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 26.51%.
  • 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 3.30 Lac - - 1.76 Lac 1.55 Lac
1911 2.85 Lac -45.35 k -13.73437349 1.53 Lac 1.31 Lac
1921 3.07 Lac 22.24 k 7.805698318 1.66 Lac 1.41 Lac
1931 3.21 Lac 13.75 k 4.477174518 1.72 Lac 1.49 Lac
1941 3.80 Lac 58.96 k 18.37613764 1.98 Lac 1.81 Lac
1951 4.32 Lac 52.48 k 13.8189248 2.29 Lac 2.03 Lac
1961 5.47 Lac 1.15 Lac 26.50839036 2.90 Lac 2.57 Lac
1971 6.80 Lac 1.33 Lac 24.31295749 3.64 Lac 3.16 Lac
1981 8.39 Lac 1.59 Lac 23.45631434 4.50 Lac 3.89 Lac
1991 10.45 Lac 2.06 Lac 24.52764096 5.68 Lac 4.77 Lac
2001 12.79 Lac 2.34 Lac 22.39058592 6.96 Lac 5.83 Lac
2011 14.50 Lac 1.71 Lac 13.35438857 7.81 Lac 6.69 Lac

Historical Population of Sonipat by Census Year 1901-2011

Sonipat - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 17.44 Lac (17,43,888) 20.27%
2025 17.64 Lac (17,64,451) 21.69% 1.42 %
2026 17.84 Lac (17,83,881) 23.03% 1.34 %
2027 18.03 Lac (18,02,574) 24.32% 1.29 %
2028 18.21 Lac (18,21,211) 25.6% 1.28 %
2029 18.40 Lac (18,39,848) 26.89% 1.29 %
2030 18.59 Lac (18,58,542) 28.18% 1.29 %
2031 18.76 Lac (18,76,329) 29.4% 1.22 %
2032 18.94 Lac (18,93,607) 30.59% 1.19 %
2033 19.11 Lac (19,10,884) 31.78% 1.19 %
2034 19.28 Lac (19,28,105) 32.97% 1.19 %
2035 19.45 Lac (19,45,382) 34.16% 1.19 %
2036 19.63 Lac (19,62,603) 35.35% 1.19 %

Projected estimates indicate that Sonipat District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.63 Lac (19,62,603), with a male population of 10.41 Lac (10,40,834) and a female population of 9.21 Lac (9,21,385). This reflects a total growth of 35.35% from Sonipat District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.

Sonipat Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Sonipat is 14.50 Lac (14,50,001).

The estimated population of Sonipat in 2024 is approximately 17.44 Lac (17,43,888).

Hindu constitute 95.87% of Sonipat population, amounting to approximately 13.90 Lac (13,90,149) people.

Muslim constitute 3.11% of Sonipat population, totaling around 45.10 k (45,100) people.

Hindu: 95.87%, Muslim: 3.11%, Jain: 0.42%, Sikh: 0.31%, Religion not stated: 0.17%, Christian: 0.1%, Buddhist: 0.02%, Other religions and persuasions: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Sonipat is 2.70 Lac (18.62%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 0.

In Sonipat, 4.53 Lac (31.27%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 9.97 Lac (68.73%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonipat is 79.12%, with male literacy at 87.18% and female literacy at 69.8%.

The sex ratio in Sonipat is 856 females for every 1000 males.

Sonipat population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 1.26% up to 2036.