Manali Population
As per the 2011 Census, Manali Tehsil has a population of 51.66 k (51,661) with 27.71 k (27,710) males and 23.95 k (23,951) females.The sex ratio in Manali is 865, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Manali Tehsil is 5.26 k (5,258) which is 10.18% of Manali Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Manali Tehsil is 928 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Manali Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Kullu District in the state of HIMACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Manali Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Manali Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 56.36 k (56,364), indicating a 9.1% increased from Manali's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 30.22 k, and the estimated female population is 26.14 k.
Manali Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Manali Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 56.64 k (56,641), projecting a 9.64% increased from Manali's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 30.37 k, and the estimated female population is 26.27 k.
Manali Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Manali Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 43.45 k (43,447), accounting for 84.1% of the Manali Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 23.42 k (23,418), and the Hindu female population is around 20.03 k (20,029).
Manali Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Manali Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 6.82 k (6,817), accounting for 13.2% of the Manali Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 3.41 k (3,414), and the Buddhist female population is around 3.40 k (3,403).
Manali Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 43,447 | 84.1% |
| Buddhist | 6,817 | 13.2% |
| Muslim | 654 | 1.27% |
| Christian | 509 | 0.99% |
| Sikh | 180 | 0.35% |
| Jain | 21 | 0.04% |
| Religion not stated | 18 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 15 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationManali Urban Population
The Urban population of Manali Tehsil is 8.10 k (8,096), with 4.72 k (4,717) being males and 3.38 k (3,379) being females, making up 15.67% of the Manali total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 717 females for every 1000 males.
Manali Rural Population
The Rural population of Manali Tehsil is 43.57 k (43,565), with 22.99 k (22,993) being males and 20.57 k (20,572) being females, making up 84.33% of the Manali total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 895 females for every 1000 males.
Manali Literacy Rate
Manali Tehsil has a literacy rate of 80.79% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Manali Tehsil is 87.82 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Manali Tehsil is 72.59 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Manali Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 82.91%, while in the rural regions of Manali Tehsil, it is around 80.39%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Manali
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80.79 | 87.82 | 72.59 |
| Urban Area | 82.91 | 86.49 | 77.81 |
| Rural Area | 80.39 | 88.09 | 71.74 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Manali
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.46 | 88.45 | 73.22 |
| Buddhist | 75.74 | 83.34 | 68.19 |
| Muslim | 80.96 | 85.13 | 68.49 |
| Christian | 84.58 | 89.81 | 79.25 |
Manali Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Manali Tehsil is 8.24 k (8,236) with 4.29 k (4,290) males and 3.95 k (3,946) females, which is 15.94% of Manali Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 920 females for every 1000 males.
Manali Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Manali Tehsil is 5.49 k (5,486) with 2.77 k (2,768) males and 2.72 k (2,718) females, which is 10.62% of Manali Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Manali
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 |
| Urban Area | 717 |
| Rural Area | 895 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Manali
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 856 |
| Buddhist | 997 |
| Muslim | 377 |
| Christian | 1036 |
Manali Area & Households
The Total Area of Manali Tehsil is 751.73 Square KM, with a population density of 69 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Manali Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Manali Tehsil are 75.The Total Number of households in Manali Tehsil are 12.45 k(12,450).
Manali Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Manali Tehsil, there are about 28.33 k (28,326) workers, making up nearly 54.83% of the Manali Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 18.31 k (18,305) are male workers, and about 10.02 k (10,021) are female workers.
Manali - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 56.36 k (56,364) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 56.64 k (56,641) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 56.87 k (56,873) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 57.07 k (57,068) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 57.27 k (57,270) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 57.47 k (57,465) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 57.67 k (57,667) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 57.81 k (57,809) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 57.92 k (57,922) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 58.03 k (58,034) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 58.14 k (58,139) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 58.25 k (58,251) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 58.36 k (58,363) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Manali Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 58.36 k (58,363), with a male population of 31.28 k (31,282) and a female population of 27.08 k (27,079). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Manali Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.