Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Hamirpur District

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.

4.55 Lac

Toatl Population

2.17 Lac

Male Population

2.38 Lac

Female Population

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
Hindu4,49,41298.82%
Muslim3,7110.82%
Sikh5910.13%
Religion not stated4140.09%
Jain2930.06%
Christian2430.05%
Buddhist950.02%
Other religions and persuasions90%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Hamirpur 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

Historical Population of Hamirpur by Census Year 1901-2011

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 0.32%.

Hamirpur Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Hamirpur is 4.55 Lac (4,54,768).

The estimated population of Hamirpur in 2024 is approximately 4.96 Lac (4,96,165).

Hindu constitute 98.82% of Hamirpur population, amounting to approximately 4.49 Lac (4,49,412) people.

Muslim constitute 0.82% of Hamirpur population, totaling around 3.71 k (3,711) people.

Hindu: 98.82%, Muslim: 0.82%, Sikh: 0.13%, Religion not stated: 0.09%, Jain: 0.06%, Christian: 0.05%, Buddhist: 0.02%, Other religions and persuasions: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Hamirpur is 1.09 Lac (24.02%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 3.04 k (0.67%).

In Hamirpur, 31.43 k (6.91%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 4.23 Lac (93.09%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hamirpur is 88.15%, with male literacy at 94.36% and female literacy at 82.62%.

The sex ratio in Hamirpur is 1096 females for every 1000 males.

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