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 .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Himachal Pradesh Population Census 2011
- Himachal Pradesh 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 65,32,765 | 95.17% |
| Muslim | 1,49,881 | 2.18% |
| Sikh | 79,896 | 1.16% |
| Buddhist | 78,659 | 1.15% |
| Christian | 12,646 | 0.18% |
| Religion not stated | 8,094 | 0.12% |
| Jain | 1,805 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 856 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHimachal 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 |
Note : * Sex wise population for 1901 is not available.
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%.