Chamba Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chamba District has a population of 5.19 Lac (5,19,080) with 2.61 Lac (2,61,320) males and 2.58 Lac (2,57,760) females.The sex ratio in Chamba is 987, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chamba District is 70.36 k (70,359) which is 13.55% of Chamba District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chamba District is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chamba District is listed as part of HIMACHAL PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chamba Population Census 2011
- Chamba 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
Chamba Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chamba District current estimated population is projected to be 5.66 Lac (5,66,331), indicating a 9.1% increased from Chamba's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.85 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.81 Lac.
Chamba Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chamba District estimated population is projected to be 5.69 Lac (5,69,115), projecting a 9.64% increased from Chamba's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.86 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.83 Lac.
Chamba Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chamba District, with a total Hindu population of 4.80 Lac (4,79,782), accounting for 92.43% of the Chamba District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.41 Lac (2,40,850), and the Hindu female population is around 2.39 Lac (2,38,932).
Chamba Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chamba District, with a total Muslim population of 32.46 k (32,455), accounting for 6.25% of the Chamba District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 16.60 k (16,604), and the Muslim female population is around 15.85 k (15,851).
Chamba Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,79,782 | 92.43% |
| Muslim | 32,455 | 6.25% |
| Sikh | 2,745 | 0.53% |
| Buddhist | 1,740 | 0.34% |
| Christian | 1,559 | 0.3% |
| Religion not stated | 728 | 0.14% |
| Jain | 57 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 14 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChamba Urban Population
The Urban population of Chamba District is 36.11 k (36,108), with 19.36 k (19,357) being males and 16.75 k (16,751) being females, making up 6.96% of the Chamba total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 866 females for every 1000 males.
Chamba Rural Population
The Rural population of Chamba District is 4.83 Lac (4,82,972), with 2.42 Lac (2,41,963) being males and 2.41 Lac (2,41,009) being females, making up 93.04% of the Chamba total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 997 females for every 1000 males.
Chamba Literacy Rate
Chamba District has a literacy rate of 72.17% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chamba District is 82.59 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chamba District is 61.67 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chamba District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.05%, while in the rural regions of Chamba District, it is around 70.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chamba
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.17 | 82.59 | 61.67 |
| Urban Area | 92.05 | 95.31 | 88.25 |
| Rural Area | 70.6 | 81.51 | 59.73 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chamba
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.1 | 83.48 | 62.7 |
| Muslim | 54.61 | 66.77 | 41.78 |
| Sikh | 95.49 | 97.58 | 92.1 |
| Buddhist | 72.8 | 80.65 | 65.29 |
Chamba Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chamba District is 1.12 Lac (1,11,690) with 56.15 k (56,154) males and 55.54 k (55,536) females, which is 21.52% of Chamba District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 989 females for every 1000 males.
Chamba Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chamba District is 1.36 Lac (1,35,500) with 67.90 k (67,900) males and 67.60 k (67,600) females, which is 26.1% of Chamba District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chamba
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 |
| Urban Area | 866 |
| Rural Area | 997 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chamba
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 993 |
| Muslim | 955 |
| Sikh | 631 |
| Buddhist | 1005 |
Chamba Area & Households
The Total Area of Chamba District is 6,522 Square KM, with a population density of 80 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chamba District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Chamba District are 1,591.The Total Number of households in Chamba District are 1.02 Lac(1,02,460).
Chamba Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chamba District, there are about 2.94 Lac (2,94,035) workers, making up nearly 56.65% of the Chamba District total population. Out of these, around 1.59 Lac (1,58,791) are male workers, and about 1.35 Lac (1,35,244) are female workers.
Chamba - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chamba district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,30,244, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,19,080 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 26.4% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.72%.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.
Chamba District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,30,244 to 5,19,080.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 26.4%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.30 Lac | --- | --- | 68.43 k | 61.81 k |
| 1911 | 1.39 Lac | 8.70 k | 6.679002488 | 73.24 k | 65.71 k |
| 1921 | 1.46 Lac | 6.58 k | 4.737914109 | 76.89 k | 68.64 k |
| 1931 | 1.51 Lac | 5.07 k | 3.480477715 | 78.84 k | 71.75 k |
| 1941 | 1.74 Lac | 23.80 k | 15.80638949 | 93.04 k | 81.35 k |
| 1951 | 1.75 Lac | 143 | 0.081998234 | 92.14 k | 82.39 k |
| 1961 | 2.16 Lac | 41.39 k | 23.71531538 | 1.15 Lac | 1.01 Lac |
| 1971 | 2.51 Lac | 35.27 k | 16.33592523 | 1.29 Lac | 1.22 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.11 Lac | 59.94 k | 23.86277234 | 1.61 Lac | 1.50 Lac |
| 1991 | 3.93 Lac | 82.14 k | 26.39877614 | 2.02 Lac | 1.92 Lac |
| 2001 | 4.61 Lac | 67.60 k | 17.18876339 | 2.35 Lac | 2.26 Lac |
| 2011 | 5.19 Lac | 58.19 k | 12.62630536 | 2.61 Lac | 2.58 Lac |
Chamba - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.66 Lac (5,66,331) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 5.69 Lac (5,69,115) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 5.71 Lac (5,71,447) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 5.73 Lac (5,73,404) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 5.75 Lac (5,75,435) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 5.77 Lac (5,77,391) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 5.79 Lac (5,79,423) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 5.81 Lac (5,80,852) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 5.82 Lac (5,81,981) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 5.83 Lac (5,83,110) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 5.84 Lac (5,84,163) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 5.85 Lac (5,85,292) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 5.86 Lac (5,86,420) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chamba District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 5.86 Lac (5,86,420), with a male population of 2.95 Lac (2,95,003) and a female population of 2.91 Lac (2,91,421). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Chamba District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.