Districts in Himachal Pradesh State

Himachal Pradesh Population

As per the 2011 Census, Himachal Pradesh State has a population of 68.65 Lac (68,64,602) with 34.82 Lac (34,81,873) males and 33.83 Lac (33,82,729) females.The sex ratio in Himachal Pradesh is 972, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Himachal Pradesh State is 7.78 Lac (7,77,898) which is 11.33% of Himachal Pradesh State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Himachal Pradesh State is 910 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Himachal Pradesh State is listed as part of the North region of India .

68.65 Lac

Toatl Population

34.82 Lac

Male Population

33.83 Lac

Female Population

Himachal Pradesh Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Himachal Pradesh State current estimated population is projected to be 74.89 Lac (74,89,471), indicating a 9.1% increased from Himachal Pradesh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 37.97 Lac, and the estimated female population is 36.92 Lac.

Himachal Pradesh Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Himachal Pradesh State estimated population is projected to be 75.26 Lac (75,26,287), projecting a 9.64% increased from Himachal Pradesh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 38.16 Lac, and the estimated female population is 37.10 Lac.

Himachal Pradesh Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Himachal Pradesh State, with a total Hindu population of 65.33 Lac (65,32,765), accounting for 95.17% of the Himachal Pradesh State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 33.07 Lac (33,06,995), and the Hindu female population is around 32.26 Lac (32,25,770).

Himachal Pradesh Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Himachal Pradesh State, with a total Muslim population of 1.50 Lac (1,49,881), accounting for 2.18% of the Himachal Pradesh State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 80.76 k (80,763), and the Muslim female population is around 69.12 k (69,118).

Himachal Pradesh Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu65,32,76595.17%
Muslim1,49,8812.18%
Sikh79,8961.16%
Buddhist78,6591.15%
Christian12,6460.18%
Religion not stated8,0940.12%
Jain1,8050.03%
Other religions and persuasions8560.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Himachal Pradesh Urban Population

The Urban population of Himachal Pradesh State is 6.89 Lac (6,88,552), with 3.72 Lac (3,71,528) being males and 3.17 Lac (3,17,024) being females, making up 10.03% of the Himachal Pradesh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 854 females for every 1000 males.

Himachal Pradesh Rural Population

The Rural population of Himachal Pradesh State is 61.76 Lac (61,76,050), with 31.10 Lac (31,10,345) being males and 30.66 Lac (30,65,705) being females, making up 89.97% of the Himachal Pradesh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 986 females for every 1000 males.

Himachal Pradesh Literacy Rate

Himachal Pradesh State has a literacy rate of 82.8% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Himachal Pradesh State is 89.53 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Himachal Pradesh State is 75.93 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Himachal Pradesh State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.1%, while in the rural regions of Himachal Pradesh State, it is around 81.85%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Himachal Pradesh

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 82.8 89.53 75.93
Urban Area 91.1 93.42 88.37
Rural Area 81.85 89.05 74.62

Literacy Rate by Religion in Himachal Pradesh

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 83.11 89.87 76.24
Muslim 67.52 75.37 58.17
Sikh 87.78 92.54 82.69
Buddhist 79.24 86.03 72.13

Himachal Pradesh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Himachal Pradesh State is 17.29 Lac (17,29,252) with 8.76 Lac (8,76,300) males and 8.53 Lac (8,52,952) females, which is 25.19% of Himachal Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 974 females for every 1000 males.

Himachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Himachal Pradesh State is 3.92 Lac (3,92,126) with 1.96 Lac (1,96,118) males and 1.96 Lac (1,96,008) females, which is 5.71% of Himachal Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1000 females for every 1000 males.

Himachal Pradesh Slum Population

Slum Population in Himachal Pradesh State is 61.31 k (61,312) with 32.56 k (32,555) males and 28.76 k (28,757) females, which is 0.89% of Himachal Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 884 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Himachal Pradesh State are 14.39 k (14,385).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Himachal Pradesh

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 972
Urban Area 854
Rural Area 986

Sex Ratio by Religion in Himachal Pradesh

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 976
Muslim 856
Sikh 926
Buddhist 956

Himachal Pradesh Area & Households

The Total Area of Himachal Pradesh State is 55,673 Square KM, with a population density of 123 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Himachal Pradesh State are 59 and the Total Number of Villages in Himachal Pradesh State are 20,690.The Total Number of households in Himachal Pradesh State are 14.83 Lac(14,83,280).

Himachal Pradesh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Himachal Pradesh State, there are about 35.59 Lac (35,59,422) workers, making up nearly 51.85% of the Himachal Pradesh State total population. Out of these, around 20.43 Lac (20,43,373) are male workers, and about 15.16 Lac (15,16,049) are female workers.

Himachal Pradesh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Himachal Pradesh state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 19,20,294, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 68,64,602 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 23.71% 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 12.59%.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.

Himachal Pradesh State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 19,20,294 to 68,64,602.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 23.71%.
  • 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 19.20 Lac --- --- 10.19 Lac 9.01 Lac
1911 18.97 Lac -23.35 k -1.21595964 10.04 Lac 8.93 Lac
1921 19.28 Lac 31.26 k 1.64801913 10.20 Lac 9.08 Lac
1931 20.29 Lac 1.01 Lac 5.233206411 10.70 Lac 9.60 Lac
1941 22.63 Lac 2.34 Lac 11.53863782 11.98 Lac 10.66 Lac
1951 23.86 Lac 1.23 Lac 5.423009882 12.48 Lac 11.38 Lac
1961 28.12 Lac 4.26 Lac 17.87449271 14.51 Lac 13.61 Lac
1971 34.60 Lac 6.48 Lac 23.03927198 17.67 Lac 16.93 Lac
1981 42.81 Lac 8.20 Lac 23.70754651 21.70 Lac 21.11 Lac
1991 51.71 Lac 8.90 Lac 20.79179727 26.17 Lac 25.53 Lac
2001 60.78 Lac 9.07 Lac 17.54098966 30.88 Lac 29.90 Lac
2011 68.65 Lac 7.87 Lac 12.9436483 34.82 Lac 33.83 Lac

Historical Population of Himachal Pradesh by Census Year 1901-2011

Himachal Pradesh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 74.89 Lac (74,89,471) 9.1%
2025 75.26 Lac (75,26,287) 9.64% 0.54 %
2026 75.57 Lac (75,57,132) 10.09% 0.45 %
2027 75.83 Lac (75,83,003) 10.47% 0.38 %
2028 76.10 Lac (76,09,868) 10.86% 0.39 %
2029 76.36 Lac (76,35,738) 11.23% 0.37 %
2030 76.63 Lac (76,62,604) 11.62% 0.39 %
2031 76.82 Lac (76,81,509) 11.9% 0.28 %
2032 76.96 Lac (76,96,434) 12.12% 0.22 %
2033 77.11 Lac (77,11,359) 12.34% 0.22 %
2034 77.25 Lac (77,25,290) 12.54% 0.2 %
2035 77.40 Lac (77,40,215) 12.76% 0.22 %
2036 77.55 Lac (77,55,140) 12.97% 0.21 %

Projected estimates indicate that Himachal Pradesh State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 77.55 Lac (77,55,140), with a male population of 39.31 Lac (39,30,666) and a female population of 38.24 Lac (38,24,474). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Himachal Pradesh State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.

Himachal Pradesh Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Himachal Pradesh is 68.65 Lac (68,64,602).

The estimated population of Himachal Pradesh in 2024 is approximately 74.89 Lac (74,89,471).

Hindu constitute 95.17% of Himachal Pradesh population, amounting to approximately 65.33 Lac (65,32,765) people.

Muslim constitute 2.18% of Himachal Pradesh population, totaling around 1.50 Lac (1,49,881) people.

Hindu: 95.17%, Muslim: 2.18%, Sikh: 1.16%, Buddhist: 1.15%, Christian: 0.18%, Religion not stated: 0.12%, Jain: 0.03%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Himachal Pradesh is 17.29 Lac (25.19%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 3.92 Lac (5.71%).

In Himachal Pradesh, 6.89 Lac (10.03%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 61.76 Lac (89.97%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Himachal Pradesh is 82.8%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 75.93%.

The sex ratio in Himachal Pradesh is 972 females for every 1000 males.

Himachal Pradesh population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.32% up to 2036.