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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kinnaur Population Census 2011
- Kinnaur 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64,732 | 76.95% |
| Buddhist | 18,086 | 21.5% |
| Christian | 485 | 0.58% |
| Muslim | 448 | 0.53% |
| Sikh | 249 | 0.3% |
| Religion not stated | 47 | 0.06% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 45 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 29 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKinnaur 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 |
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 0.32%.