Lahul Population
As per the 2011 Census, Lahul Tehsil has a population of 10.22 k (10,218) with 5.42 k (5,415) males and 4.80 k (4,803) females.The sex ratio in Lahul is 887, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Lahul Tehsil is 682 (682) which is 6.67% of Lahul Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Lahul Tehsil is 1080 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Lahul Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Lahul & Spiti District in the state of HIMACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Lahul Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Lahul Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 11.15 k (11,149), indicating a 9.1% increased from Lahul's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.91 k, and the estimated female population is 5.24 k.
Lahul Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Lahul Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 11.20 k (11,203), projecting a 9.64% increased from Lahul's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.94 k, and the estimated female population is 5.27 k.
Lahul Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the most popular religion in Lahul Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 6.90 k (6,895), accounting for 67.48% of the Lahul Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 3.41 k (3,408), and the Buddhist female population is around 3.49 k (3,487).
Lahul Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Lahul Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 3.23 k (3,225), accounting for 31.56% of the Lahul Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.95 k (1,948), and the Hindu female population is around 1.28 k (1,277).
Lahul Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 6,895 | 67.48% |
| Hindu | 3,225 | 31.56% |
| Christian | 41 | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 31 | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 15 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 9 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 1 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationLahul Urban Population
The Urban population of Lahul Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Lahul total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Lahul Rural Population
The Rural population of Lahul Tehsil is 10.22 k (10,218), with 5.42 k (5,415) being males and 4.80 k (4,803) being females, making up 100% of the Lahul total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 887 females for every 1000 males.
Lahul Literacy Rate
Lahul Tehsil has a literacy rate of 76.08% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Lahul Tehsil is 85.61 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Lahul Tehsil is 65.18 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Lahul Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Lahul Tehsil, it is around 76.08%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Lahul
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.08 | 85.61 | 65.18 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 76.08 | 85.61 | 65.18 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Lahul
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 75.95 | 87.54 | 64.55 |
| Hindu | 76.35 | 82.16 | 67.19 |
| Christian | 74.36 | 86.36 | 58.82 |
| Muslim | 71.43 | 86.67 | 53.85 |
Lahul Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Lahul Tehsil is 1.11 k (1,109) with 558 (558) males and 551 (551) females, which is 10.85% of Lahul Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Lahul Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Lahul Tehsil is 7.50 k (7,499) with 3.71 k (3,710) males and 3.79 k (3,789) females, which is 73.39% of Lahul Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1022 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Lahul
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 887 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Lahul
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Buddhist | 1024 |
| Hindu | 656 |
| Christian | 783 |
| Muslim | 938 |
Lahul Area & Households
The Total Area of Lahul Tehsil is 4,923.78 Square KM, with a population density of 2 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Lahul Tehsil are 140.The Total Number of households in Lahul Tehsil are 2.22 k(2,222).
Lahul Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Lahul Tehsil, there are about 7.41 k (7,405) workers, making up nearly 72.47% of the Lahul Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 4.04 k (4,035) are male workers, and about 3.37 k (3,370) are female workers.
Lahul - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.15 k (11,149) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.20 k (11,203) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.25 k (11,249) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 11.29 k (11,288) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 11.33 k (11,328) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 11.37 k (11,366) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 11.41 k (11,406) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.43 k (11,434) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 11.46 k (11,457) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.48 k (11,479) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 11.50 k (11,500) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 11.52 k (11,522) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 11.54 k (11,544) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Lahul Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 11.54 k (11,544), with a male population of 6.11 k (6,113) and a female population of 5.43 k (5,431). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Lahul Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.