Kangra Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kangra District has a population of 15.10 Lac (15,10,075) with 7.51 Lac (7,50,591) males and 7.59 Lac (7,59,484) females.The sex ratio in Kangra is 1012, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kangra District is 1.65 Lac (1,64,607) which is 10.9% of Kangra District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kangra District is 877 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kangra District is listed as part of HIMACHAL PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kangra Population Census 2011
- Kangra 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
Kangra Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kangra District current estimated population is projected to be 16.48 Lac (16,47,534), indicating a 9.1% increased from Kangra's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.19 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.29 Lac.
Kangra Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kangra District estimated population is projected to be 16.56 Lac (16,55,633), projecting a 9.64% increased from Kangra's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.33 Lac.
Kangra Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kangra District, with a total Hindu population of 14.61 Lac (14,61,140), accounting for 96.76% of the Kangra District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.24 Lac (7,23,971), and the Hindu female population is around 7.37 Lac (7,37,169).
Kangra Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kangra District, with a total Muslim population of 19.80 k (19,797), accounting for 1.31% of the Kangra District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 10.71 k (10,714), and the Muslim female population is around 9.08 k (9,083).
Kangra Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,61,140 | 96.76% |
| Muslim | 19,797 | 1.31% |
| Buddhist | 14,511 | 0.96% |
| Sikh | 8,929 | 0.59% |
| Christian | 3,023 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 2,273 | 0.15% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 208 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 194 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKangra Urban Population
The Urban population of Kangra District is 86.28 k (86,281), with 45.23 k (45,226) being males and 41.06 k (41,055) being females, making up 5.71% of the Kangra total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Kangra Rural Population
The Rural population of Kangra District is 14.24 Lac (14,23,794), with 7.05 Lac (7,05,365) being males and 7.18 Lac (7,18,429) being females, making up 94.29% of the Kangra total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1019 females for every 1000 males.
Kangra Literacy Rate
Kangra District has a literacy rate of 85.67% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kangra District is 91.49 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kangra District is 80.02 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kangra District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.7%, while in the rural regions of Kangra District, it is around 85.42%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kangra
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85.67 | 91.49 | 80.02 |
| Urban Area | 89.7 | 92.6 | 86.52 |
| Rural Area | 85.42 | 91.42 | 79.64 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kangra
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.93 | 91.83 | 80.24 |
| Muslim | 67.61 | 73.65 | 60.47 |
| Buddhist | 81.61 | 85 | 77.05 |
| Sikh | 89.28 | 93.82 | 84.36 |
Kangra Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kangra District is 3.19 Lac (3,19,385) with 1.60 Lac (1,59,697) males and 1.60 Lac (1,59,688) females, which is 21.15% of Kangra District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Kangra Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kangra District is 84.56 k (84,564) with 41.75 k (41,745) males and 42.82 k (42,819) females, which is 5.6% of Kangra District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1026 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kangra
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1012 |
| Urban Area | 908 |
| Rural Area | 1019 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kangra
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1019 |
| Muslim | 848 |
| Buddhist | 757 |
| Sikh | 910 |
Kangra Area & Households
The Total Area of Kangra District is 5,739 Square KM, with a population density of 263 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kangra District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Kangra District are 3,869.The Total Number of households in Kangra District are 3.39 Lac(3,38,887).
Kangra Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kangra District, there are about 6.75 Lac (6,75,170) workers, making up nearly 44.71% of the Kangra District total population. Out of these, around 4.04 Lac (4,03,756) are male workers, and about 2.71 Lac (2,71,414) are female workers.
Kangra - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kangra district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,78,364, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,10,075 by the dataset's end.
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 11.34%.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.
Kangra District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,78,364 to 15,10,075.
- 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 | 4.78 Lac | --- | --- | * | * |
| 1911 | 4.69 Lac | -9.32 k | -1.947889055 | 2.47 Lac | 2.22 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.69 Lac | 205 | 0.043705735 | 2.43 Lac | 2.26 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.95 Lac | 25.41 k | 5.414373118 | 2.58 Lac | 2.37 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.63 Lac | 68.51 k | 13.84896231 | 2.94 Lac | 2.69 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.71 Lac | 7.48 k | 1.328212258 | 2.95 Lac | 2.76 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.57 Lac | 86.59 k | 15.17393537 | 3.35 Lac | 3.23 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.01 Lac | 1.44 Lac | 21.85392677 | 3.99 Lac | 4.02 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.91 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 23.71129644 | 4.91 Lac | 4.99 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.74 Lac | 1.83 Lac | 18.50239917 | 5.80 Lac | 5.94 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.39 Lac | 1.65 Lac | 14.05007529 | 6.61 Lac | 6.78 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.10 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 12.77379894 | 7.51 Lac | 7.59 Lac |
Kangra - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16.48 Lac (16,47,534) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 16.56 Lac (16,55,633) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 16.62 Lac (16,62,418) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.68 Lac (16,68,109) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 16.74 Lac (16,74,019) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 16.80 Lac (16,79,710) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 16.86 Lac (16,85,620) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 16.90 Lac (16,89,779) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 16.93 Lac (16,93,062) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 16.96 Lac (16,96,345) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 16.99 Lac (16,99,409) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.03 Lac (17,02,693) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 17.06 Lac (17,05,976) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kangra District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 17.06 Lac (17,05,976), with a male population of 8.47 Lac (8,47,338) and a female population of 8.59 Lac (8,58,664). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Kangra District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.