Sirmaur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Sirmaur District has a population of 5.30 Lac (5,29,855) with 2.76 Lac (2,76,289) males and 2.54 Lac (2,53,566) females.The sex ratio in Sirmaur is 918, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sirmaur District is 69.62 k (69,620) which is 13.14% of Sirmaur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sirmaur District is 929 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Sirmaur District is listed as part of HIMACHAL PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Sirmaur Population Census 2011
- Sirmaur 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
Sirmaur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Sirmaur District current estimated population is projected to be 5.78 Lac (5,78,087), indicating a 9.1% increased from Sirmaur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.01 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.77 Lac.
Sirmaur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Sirmaur District estimated population is projected to be 5.81 Lac (5,80,929), projecting a 9.64% increased from Sirmaur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.03 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.78 Lac.
Sirmaur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Sirmaur District, with a total Hindu population of 4.77 Lac (4,76,830), accounting for 89.99% of the Sirmaur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.49 Lac (2,48,707), and the Hindu female population is around 2.28 Lac (2,28,123).
Sirmaur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Sirmaur District, with a total Muslim population of 33.22 k (33,215), accounting for 6.27% of the Sirmaur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 17.33 k (17,327), and the Muslim female population is around 15.89 k (15,888).
Sirmaur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,76,830 | 89.99% |
| Muslim | 33,215 | 6.27% |
| Sikh | 15,501 | 2.93% |
| Buddhist | 2,645 | 0.5% |
| Religion not stated | 765 | 0.14% |
| Christian | 577 | 0.11% |
| Jain | 236 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 86 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSirmaur Urban Population
The Urban population of Sirmaur District is 57.17 k (57,165), with 30.11 k (30,114) being males and 27.05 k (27,051) being females, making up 10.79% of the Sirmaur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Sirmaur Rural Population
The Rural population of Sirmaur District is 4.73 Lac (4,72,690), with 2.46 Lac (2,46,175) being males and 2.27 Lac (2,26,515) being females, making up 89.21% of the Sirmaur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Sirmaur Literacy Rate
Sirmaur District has a literacy rate of 78.8% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sirmaur District is 85.61 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sirmaur District is 71.36 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Sirmaur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.73%, while in the rural regions of Sirmaur District, it is around 77.31%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sirmaur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.8 | 85.61 | 71.36 |
| Urban Area | 90.73 | 93.35 | 87.82 |
| Rural Area | 77.31 | 84.64 | 69.33 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Sirmaur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 79.15 | 85.97 | 71.7 |
| Muslim | 68.25 | 77.22 | 58.33 |
| Sikh | 88.05 | 91.34 | 84.66 |
| Buddhist | 83.45 | 87.17 | 78.42 |
Sirmaur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sirmaur District is 1.61 Lac (1,60,745) with 83.02 k (83,017) males and 77.73 k (77,728) females, which is 30.34% of Sirmaur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Sirmaur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Sirmaur District is 11.26 k (11,262) with 5.91 k (5,912) males and 5.35 k (5,350) females, which is 2.13% of Sirmaur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 905 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sirmaur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 918 |
| Urban Area | 899 |
| Rural Area | 921 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Sirmaur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 918 |
| Muslim | 917 |
| Sikh | 966 |
| Buddhist | 742 |
Sirmaur Area & Households
The Total Area of Sirmaur District is 2,825 Square KM, with a population density of 188 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sirmaur District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Sirmaur District are 976.The Total Number of households in Sirmaur District are 98.21 k(98,208).
Sirmaur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Sirmaur District, there are about 2.80 Lac (2,80,083) workers, making up nearly 52.86% of the Sirmaur District total population. Out of these, around 1.69 Lac (1,69,399) are male workers, and about 1.11 Lac (1,10,684) are female workers.
Sirmaur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Sirmaur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,35,667, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,29,855 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 25.3% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.55%.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.
Sirmaur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,35,667 to 5,29,855.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 25.3%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.36 Lac | --- | --- | 75.45 k | 60.22 k |
| 1911 | 1.39 Lac | 2.83 k | 2.088201257 | 76.03 k | 62.47 k |
| 1921 | 1.40 Lac | 1.93 k | 1.392057762 | 76.99 k | 63.44 k |
| 1931 | 1.49 Lac | 8.12 k | 5.781610505 | 82.37 k | 66.18 k |
| 1941 | 1.56 Lac | 7.46 k | 5.019286825 | 85.82 k | 70.18 k |
| 1951 | 1.66 Lac | 10.05 k | 6.442183804 | 92.26 k | 73.80 k |
| 1961 | 1.97 Lac | 31.44 k | 18.93070285 | 1.08 Lac | 89.43 k |
| 1971 | 2.45 Lac | 47.43 k | 24.01867455 | 1.33 Lac | 1.11 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.07 Lac | 61.98 k | 25.30397433 | 1.64 Lac | 1.43 Lac |
| 1991 | 3.80 Lac | 72.80 k | 23.72066198 | 2.00 Lac | 1.80 Lac |
| 2001 | 4.59 Lac | 78.90 k | 20.77930971 | 2.41 Lac | 2.17 Lac |
| 2011 | 5.30 Lac | 71.26 k | 15.53926903 | 2.76 Lac | 2.54 Lac |
Sirmaur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.78 Lac (5,78,087) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 5.81 Lac (5,80,929) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 5.83 Lac (5,83,309) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 5.85 Lac (5,85,306) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 5.87 Lac (5,87,380) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 5.89 Lac (5,89,377) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 5.91 Lac (5,91,450) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 5.93 Lac (5,92,910) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 5.94 Lac (5,94,062) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 5.95 Lac (5,95,214) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 5.96 Lac (5,96,289) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 5.97 Lac (5,97,441) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 5.99 Lac (5,98,593) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Sirmaur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 5.99 Lac (5,98,593), with a male population of 3.12 Lac (3,11,901) and a female population of 2.87 Lac (2,86,679). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Sirmaur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.