Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Kinnaur District

Kinnaur Population

As per the 2011 Census, Kinnaur District has a population of 84.12 k (84,121) with 46.25 k (46,249) males and 37.87 k (37,872) females.The sex ratio in Kinnaur is 819, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kinnaur District is 8.25 k (8,246) which is 9.8% of Kinnaur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kinnaur District is 964 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Kinnaur District is listed as part of HIMACHAL PRADESH State in INDIA.

84.12 k

Toatl Population

46.25 k

Male Population

37.87 k

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. Kinnaur Population Census 2011
  2. Kinnaur Population 2024
  3. Hindu Population
  4. Muslim Population
  5. All Religion Population
  6. Urban Population
  7. Rural Population
  8. Literacy Rate
  9. Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
  10. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
  11. Sex Ratio
  12. Historical Census 1901 to 2011
  13. Population Projections Up to 2036

Kinnaur Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Kinnaur District current estimated population is projected to be 91.78 k (91,779), indicating a 9.1% increased from Kinnaur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 50.44 k, and the estimated female population is 41.34 k.

Kinnaur Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Kinnaur District estimated population is projected to be 92.23 k (92,230), projecting a 9.64% increased from Kinnaur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 50.69 k, and the estimated female population is 41.54 k.

Kinnaur Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Kinnaur District, with a total Hindu population of 64.73 k (64,732), accounting for 76.95% of the Kinnaur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 36.57 k (36,570), and the Hindu female population is around 28.16 k (28,162).

Kinnaur Buddhist Population

Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Kinnaur District, with a total Buddhist population of 18.09 k (18,086), accounting for 21.5% of the Kinnaur District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 8.66 k (8,655), and the Buddhist female population is around 9.43 k (9,431).

Kinnaur Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu64,73276.95%
Buddhist18,08621.5%
Christian4850.58%
Muslim4480.53%
Sikh2490.3%
Religion not stated470.06%
Other religions and persuasions450.05%
Jain290.03%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Kinnaur Urban Population

The Urban population of Kinnaur District is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Kinnaur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.

Kinnaur Rural Population

The Rural population of Kinnaur District is 84.12 k (84,121), with 46.25 k (46,249) being males and 37.87 k (37,872) being females, making up 100% of the Kinnaur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 819 females for every 1000 males.

Kinnaur Literacy Rate

Kinnaur District has a literacy rate of 80% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kinnaur District is 87.27 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kinnaur District is 70.96 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kinnaur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Kinnaur District, it is around 80%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kinnaur

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 80 87.27 70.96
Urban Area 0 0 0
Rural Area 80 87.27 70.96

Literacy Rate by Religion in Kinnaur

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 80.3 87.18 71.14
Buddhist 78.46 87.55 70.25
Christian 87.1 91.48 75.21
Muslim 78.9 80.55 67.31

Kinnaur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kinnaur District is 14.75 k (14,750) with 7.43 k (7,433) males and 7.32 k (7,317) females, which is 17.53% of Kinnaur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 985 females for every 1000 males.

Kinnaur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kinnaur District is 48.75 k (48,746) with 23.61 k (23,609) males and 25.14 k (25,137) females, which is 57.95% of Kinnaur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1065 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kinnaur

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 819
Urban Area 0
Rural Area 819

Sex Ratio by Religion in Kinnaur

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 771
Buddhist 1090
Christian 406
Muslim 176

Kinnaur Area & Households

The Total Area of Kinnaur District is 6,401 Square KM, with a population density of 13 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Kinnaur District are 660.The Total Number of households in Kinnaur District are 19.98 k(19,976).

Kinnaur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Kinnaur District, there are about 56.27 k (56,273) workers, making up nearly 66.9% of the Kinnaur District total population. Out of these, around 33.86 k (33,863) are male workers, and about 22.41 k (22,410) are female workers.

Kinnaur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Kinnaur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 27,232, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 84,121 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 21.61% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 11.04%.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.

Kinnaur District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 27,232 to 84,121.
  • The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 21.61%.
  • The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 27.23 k --- --- 14.25 k 12.98 k
1911 28.47 k 1.24 k 4.546122209 14.71 k 13.76 k
1921 28.19 k -279 -0.979978925 14.66 k 13.53 k
1931 30.45 k 2.25 k 7.995459544 15.69 k 14.76 k
1941 33.24 k 2.79 k 9.173920184 17.40 k 15.84 k
1951 34.48 k 1.24 k 3.721643902 16.65 k 17.82 k
1961 40.98 k 6.51 k 18.86874547 20.81 k 20.17 k
1971 49.84 k 8.86 k 21.60810151 26.41 k 23.43 k
1981 59.55 k 9.71 k 19.48831143 31.60 k 27.95 k
1991 71.27 k 11.72 k 19.68696996 38.39 k 32.88 k
2001 78.33 k 7.06 k 9.91160376 42.17 k 36.16 k
2011 84.12 k 5.79 k 7.387596701 46.25 k 37.87 k

Historical Population of Kinnaur by Census Year 1901-2011

Kinnaur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 91.78 k (91,779) 9.1% ↑
2025 92.23 k (92,230) 9.64% 0.54 % ↑
2026 92.61 k (92,608) 10.09% 0.45 % ↑
2027 92.93 k (92,925) 10.47% 0.38 % ↑
2028 93.25 k (93,254) 10.86% 0.39 % ↑
2029 93.57 k (93,571) 11.23% 0.37 % ↑
2030 93.90 k (93,900) 11.62% 0.39 % ↑
2031 94.13 k (94,132) 11.9% 0.28 % ↑
2032 94.32 k (94,315) 12.12% 0.22 % ↑
2033 94.50 k (94,498) 12.34% 0.22 % ↑
2034 94.67 k (94,669) 12.54% 0.2 % ↑
2035 94.85 k (94,852) 12.76% 0.22 % ↑
2036 95.03 k (95,034) 12.97% 0.21 % ↑

Projected estimates indicate that Kinnaur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 95.03 k (95,034), with a male population of 52.21 k (52,211) and a female population of 42.82 k (42,818). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Kinnaur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.52%.