Hamirpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Hamirpur District has a population of 4.55 Lac (4,54,768) with 2.17 Lac (2,17,070) males and 2.38 Lac (2,37,698) females.The sex ratio in Hamirpur is 1096, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Hamirpur District is 48.55 k (48,548) which is 10.68% of Hamirpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Hamirpur District is 888 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Hamirpur District is listed as part of HIMACHAL PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Hamirpur Population Census 2011
- Hamirpur 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
Hamirpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Hamirpur District current estimated population is projected to be 4.96 Lac (4,96,165), indicating a 9.1% increased from Hamirpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.59 Lac.
Hamirpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Hamirpur District estimated population is projected to be 4.99 Lac (4,98,604), projecting a 9.64% increased from Hamirpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.38 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.61 Lac.
Hamirpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Hamirpur District, with a total Hindu population of 4.49 Lac (4,49,412), accounting for 98.82% of the Hamirpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.14 Lac (2,14,195), and the Hindu female population is around 2.35 Lac (2,35,217).
Hamirpur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Hamirpur District, with a total Muslim population of 3.71 k (3,711), accounting for 0.82% of the Hamirpur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.02 k (2,024), and the Muslim female population is around 1.69 k (1,687).
Hamirpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,49,412 | 98.82% |
| Muslim | 3,711 | 0.82% |
| Sikh | 591 | 0.13% |
| Religion not stated | 414 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 293 | 0.06% |
| Christian | 243 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 95 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 9 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHamirpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Hamirpur District is 31.43 k (31,430), with 16.32 k (16,322) being males and 15.11 k (15,108) being females, making up 6.91% of the Hamirpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 926 females for every 1000 males.
Hamirpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Hamirpur District is 4.23 Lac (4,23,338), with 2.01 Lac (2,00,748) being males and 2.23 Lac (2,22,590) being females, making up 93.09% of the Hamirpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1109 females for every 1000 males.
Hamirpur Literacy Rate
Hamirpur District has a literacy rate of 88.15% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Hamirpur District is 94.36 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Hamirpur District is 82.62 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Hamirpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.51%, while in the rural regions of Hamirpur District, it is around 87.82%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Hamirpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88.15 | 94.36 | 82.62 |
| Urban Area | 92.51 | 95.15 | 89.66 |
| Rural Area | 87.82 | 94.29 | 82.14 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Hamirpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 88.21 | 94.47 | 82.66 |
| Muslim | 81.65 | 85.86 | 76.44 |
| Sikh | 75 | 78.23 | 71.18 |
| Religion not stated | 93.07 | 94.59 | 91.61 |
Hamirpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Hamirpur District is 1.09 Lac (1,09,256) with 53.73 k (53,727) males and 55.53 k (55,529) females, which is 24.02% of Hamirpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1034 females for every 1000 males.
Hamirpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Hamirpur District is 3.04 k (3,044) with 1.53 k (1,531) males and 1.51 k (1,513) females, which is 0.67% of Hamirpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 989 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Hamirpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1096 |
| Urban Area | 926 |
| Rural Area | 1109 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Hamirpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1099 |
| Muslim | 834 |
| Sikh | 859 |
| Religion not stated | 908 |
Hamirpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Hamirpur District is 1,118 Square KM, with a population density of 407 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Hamirpur District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Hamirpur District are 1,725.The Total Number of households in Hamirpur District are 1.06 Lac(1,05,519).
Hamirpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Hamirpur District, there are about 2.42 Lac (2,41,931) workers, making up nearly 53.2% of the Hamirpur District total population. Out of these, around 1.19 Lac (1,18,724) are male workers, and about 1.23 Lac (1,23,207) are female workers.
Hamirpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Hamirpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,60,374, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 4,54,768 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 20.26% 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 10.20%.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.
Hamirpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,60,374 to 4,54,768.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 20.26%.
- 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 | 1.60 Lac | --- | --- | * | * |
| 1911 | 1.57 Lac | -3.12 k | -1.947323132 | 82.75 k | 74.50 k |
| 1921 | 1.57 Lac | 68 | 0.043242968 | 81.52 k | 75.80 k |
| 1931 | 1.66 Lac | 8.52 k | 5.414476319 | 86.49 k | 79.35 k |
| 1941 | 1.89 Lac | 22.97 k | 13.84914102 | 98.52 k | 90.29 k |
| 1951 | 1.91 Lac | 2.51 k | 1.327832037 | 98.83 k | 92.48 k |
| 1961 | 2.20 Lac | 29.03 k | 15.17424508 | 1.05 Lac | 1.15 Lac |
| 1971 | 2.65 Lac | 44.65 k | 20.26404528 | 1.25 Lac | 1.40 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.18 Lac | 52.76 k | 19.91011015 | 1.48 Lac | 1.70 Lac |
| 1991 | 3.69 Lac | 51.38 k | 16.1689499 | 1.75 Lac | 1.94 Lac |
| 2001 | 4.13 Lac | 43.57 k | 11.80403546 | 1.97 Lac | 2.16 Lac |
| 2011 | 4.55 Lac | 42.07 k | 10.19336079 | 2.17 Lac | 2.38 Lac |
Hamirpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4.96 Lac (4,96,165) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 4.99 Lac (4,98,604) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 5.01 Lac (5,00,647) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 5.02 Lac (5,02,361) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 5.04 Lac (5,04,141) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 5.06 Lac (5,05,855) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 5.08 Lac (5,07,635) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 5.09 Lac (5,08,887) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 5.10 Lac (5,09,876) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 5.11 Lac (5,10,865) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 5.12 Lac (5,11,788) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 5.13 Lac (5,12,776) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 5.14 Lac (5,13,765) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Hamirpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 5.14 Lac (5,13,765), with a male population of 2.45 Lac (2,45,050) and a female population of 2.69 Lac (2,68,739). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Hamirpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.52%.