Saluni Population
As per the 2011 Census, Saluni Tehsil has a population of 47.94 k (47,939) with 24.20 k (24,197) males and 23.74 k (23,742) females.The sex ratio in Saluni is 982, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Saluni Tehsil is 7.00 k (6,999) which is 14.6% of Saluni Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Saluni Tehsil is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Saluni Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Chamba District in the state of HIMACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Saluni Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Saluni Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 52.30 k (52,303), indicating a 9.1% increased from Saluni's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 26.39 k, and the estimated female population is 25.91 k.
Saluni Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Saluni Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 52.56 k (52,560), projecting a 9.64% increased from Saluni's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 26.52 k, and the estimated female population is 26.04 k.
Saluni Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Saluni Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 40.98 k (40,979), accounting for 85.48% of the Saluni Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 20.64 k (20,635), and the Hindu female population is around 20.34 k (20,344).
Saluni Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Saluni Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 6.76 k (6,757), accounting for 14.09% of the Saluni Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.45 k (3,450), and the Muslim female population is around 3.31 k (3,307).
Saluni Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 40,979 | 85.48% |
| Muslim | 6,757 | 14.09% |
| Sikh | 104 | 0.22% |
| Christian | 51 | 0.11% |
| Religion not stated | 35 | 0.07% |
| Jain | 9 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 3 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSaluni Urban Population
The Urban population of Saluni Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Saluni total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Saluni Rural Population
The Rural population of Saluni Tehsil is 47.94 k (47,939), with 24.20 k (24,197) being males and 23.74 k (23,742) being females, making up 100% of the Saluni total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Saluni Literacy Rate
Saluni Tehsil has a literacy rate of 69.17% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Saluni Tehsil is 81.66 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Saluni Tehsil is 56.43 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Saluni Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Saluni Tehsil, it is around 69.17%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Saluni
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.17 | 81.66 | 56.43 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 69.17 | 81.66 | 56.43 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Saluni
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.64 | 83.06 | 58.05 |
| Muslim | 59.7 | 72.97 | 45.66 |
| Sikh | 85.11 | 88.89 | 80 |
| Christian | 69.05 | 78.26 | 57.89 |
Saluni Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Saluni Tehsil is 13.27 k (13,270) with 6.63 k (6,633) males and 6.64 k (6,637) females, which is 27.68% of Saluni Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Saluni Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Saluni Tehsil is 4.38 k (4,383) with 2.26 k (2,259) males and 2.12 k (2,124) females, which is 9.14% of Saluni Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Saluni
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 982 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Saluni
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 986 |
| Muslim | 959 |
| Sikh | 734 |
| Christian | 700 |
Saluni Area & Households
The Total Area of Saluni Tehsil is 362.02 Square KM, with a population density of 132 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Saluni Tehsil are 178.The Total Number of households in Saluni Tehsil are 8.82 k(8,815).
Saluni Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Saluni Tehsil, there are about 32.90 k (32,901) workers, making up nearly 68.63% of the Saluni Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 16.59 k (16,587) are male workers, and about 16.31 k (16,314) are female workers.
Saluni - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52.30 k (52,303) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 52.56 k (52,560) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 52.78 k (52,776) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 52.96 k (52,956) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 53.14 k (53,144) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 53.33 k (53,325) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 53.51 k (53,512) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 53.64 k (53,644) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 53.75 k (53,749) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 53.85 k (53,853) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 53.95 k (53,950) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 54.05 k (54,054) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 54.16 k (54,159) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Saluni Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 54.16 k (54,159), with a male population of 27.32 k (27,316) and a female population of 26.84 k (26,843). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Saluni Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.